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The History of the “Amber Prix”.
2026. “Ode to Dr. Edmundas Daubaras”.
Sometimes the greatest recognition does not come in the form of an order, a medal, or an honorary title. Sometimes it comes in the form of a poem.
Today, I was pleasantly and sincerely surprised by a very special gesture of recognition. A longtime employee of the Port of Klaipėda and my fellow bodybuilding colleague wrote a lengthy poem about me, which he entitled “Ode to Dr. Edmundas Daubaras.”
This has never happened to me before.
The poem can be found on my Facebook page. For me, this is a particularly meaningful and unexpected form of recognition, because throughout my life I have received various official awards and had the opportunity to meet presidents of different countries, prime ministers, ministers, government officials of various ranks, as well as renowned philanthropists and business leaders.
For my international public and civic activities, I have received numerous orders, medals, awards and honors, as well as honorary titles. Among them are an honorary Doctor of Science degree from Lviv University, a medal from the Pope, the Orthodox Church’s Gold and Silver Medal of St. Nicholas, and the Order of St. Stanislaus of Stanisław August Poniatowski, the last King of the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth.
Twenty-five years ago, in recognition of my activities, a bronze bust of me was even cast at the initiative of Natalija Murnikovienė, regarded as the greatest Lithuanian female bodybuilder of all time.
Yet the poem I received today is special for another reason: it is not an award from an institution, a committee, or an official ceremony. It is one person’s words dedicated to another person.
Throughout my life, I have always said what I believe and have tried to place the truth in the palm of my hand, without wrapping it in cotton wool. I understand that such an approach is not appreciated by everyone. But if speaking openly and remaining true to myself means facing criticism, envy or hostility, then that is simply the price of having the courage to speak honestly.
Therefore, I am especially grateful to all those who approach me with goodwill. Your support is not only appreciated – it is a responsibility that inspires me to keep moving forward.
I will not give up. I will continue my work.
And ahead lies a very special anniversary.
In 2027, one of the three oldest traditional bodybuilding competitions in the world – the “Amber Prix” – will celebrate its 60th anniversary.
This is more than just an impressive number. It represents six decades of bodybuilding history, athletes, coaches, organizers, traditions and people who have contributed to the development of the sport.
We will celebrate this exceptional anniversary in Klaipėda over three days.
And there is more. To mark the occasion, we will publish, in three languages, a unique historical book unprecedented in the world, documenting the history of the “Amber Prix”, its significance and its connections with the international world of sport.
It will not simply be a book about a competition.
It will be a book about the people who created history.
And that history is far from over.
The history of the “Amber Prix” continues.
More information is on international site www.wff.lt
2026. “Ode to Dr. Edmundas Daubaras”.
Sometimes the greatest recognition does not come in the form of an order, a medal, or an honorary title. Sometimes it comes in the form of a poem.
Today, I was pleasantly and sincerely surprised by a very special gesture of recognition. A longtime employee of the Port of Klaipėda and my fellow bodybuilding colleague wrote a lengthy poem about me, which he entitled “Ode to Dr. Edmundas Daubaras.”
This has never happened to me before.
The poem can be found on my Facebook page. For me, this is a particularly meaningful and unexpected form of recognition, because throughout my life I have received various official awards and had the opportunity to meet presidents of different countries, prime ministers, ministers, government officials of various ranks, as well as renowned philanthropists and business leaders.
For my international public and civic activities, I have received numerous orders, medals, awards and honors, as well as honorary titles. Among them are an honorary Doctor of Science degree from Lviv University, a medal from the Pope, the Orthodox Church’s Gold and Silver Medal of St. Nicholas, and the Order of St. Stanislaus of Stanisław August Poniatowski, the last King of the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth.
Twenty-five years ago, in recognition of my activities, a bronze bust of me was even cast at the initiative of Natalija Murnikovienė, regarded as the greatest Lithuanian female bodybuilder of all time.
Yet the poem I received today is special for another reason: it is not an award from an institution, a committee, or an official ceremony. It is one person’s words dedicated to another person.
Throughout my life, I have always said what I believe and have tried to place the truth in the palm of my hand, without wrapping it in cotton wool. I understand that such an approach is not appreciated by everyone. But if speaking openly and remaining true to myself means facing criticism, envy or hostility, then that is simply the price of having the courage to speak honestly.
Therefore, I am especially grateful to all those who approach me with goodwill. Your support is not only appreciated – it is a responsibility that inspires me to keep moving forward.
I will not give up. I will continue my work.
And ahead lies a very special anniversary.
In 2027, one of the three oldest traditional bodybuilding competitions in the world – the “Amber Prix” – will celebrate its 60th anniversary.
This is more than just an impressive number. It represents six decades of bodybuilding history, athletes, coaches, organizers, traditions and people who have contributed to the development of the sport.
We will celebrate this exceptional anniversary in Klaipėda over three days.
And there is more. To mark the occasion, we will publish, in three languages, a unique historical book unprecedented in the world, documenting the history of the “Amber Prix”, its significance and its connections with the international world of sport.
It will not simply be a book about a competition.
It will be a book about the people who created history.
And that history is far from over.
The history of the “Amber Prix” continues.
More information is on international site www.wff.lt
President WFF-WBBF International