Jakub Bolek, a 30-year-old real estate and finance manager from Náchod, has been named “Man of the Year” 2026 in the Czech Republic. The competition’s 27th annual final took place on August 21st in Náchod, at the Dr. Josef Čížek Municipal Theatre. Ten finalists from across the country competed for the title, facing judgement from a professional jury across various disciplines. The event was hosted by Lenka Špilarová and Karel Voříšek. Bolek emerged victorious after a rigorous evaluation process by the expert panel. The competition aims to recognize outstanding men in the Czech Republic. This year’s event drew significant attention and celebrated male achievement.