14 February 2026
Obituary: Neven Pufnik, Croatian Curling Association President

World Curling are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Croatian Curling Association President, Neven Pufnik.
As a long-time advocate for our sport, Neven worked tirelessly on the development of curling in Croatia and a passionate advocate for his country at the World Curling Congress each year.
Neven represented Croatia on the ice at four international championships, the latest of which was the Mixed Doubles Qualification Event in 2022 in Dumfries, Scotland.
He will be greatly missed by all in the curling community.