STORY: Some of the world's best cliff divers gathered at a Bosnian waterfall on Saturday (August 8) for a heart-stopping test of courage and skill.

The annual International Waterfall Jumping Competition in Jajce challenges divers to leap from the 22-metre (72 ft) Pliva Waterfall.

This year, the event is also a refreshing break from a prolonged spell on hot, dry weather in the Balkans.

"In this hot weather, when everyone is looking for a refreshing escape, nothing compares to this waterfall," said spectator Seherzada Rizvic.

For the competitors, the contest is a chance to show off their technique and nerve surrounded by spectacular scenery.

This year's winner, Bosnian competitor Igor Arsenic, described it as "one of the most beautiful" diving spots in the world.

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SHOWS: JAJCE, BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA (AUGUST 8, 2026) (REUTERS - Access all)

1. (MUTE) DRONE AERIAL OF JAJCE WATERFALL, DIVERS WAITING AT TOP

2. DIVERS STANDING ON TOP OF WATERFALL

3. VARIOUS OF COMPETITORS JUMPING OFF WATERFALL

4. (MUTE) DRONE AERIAL OF COMPETITOR JUMPING

5. COMPETITOR JUMPING

6. JUDGES SHOWING SCORES

7. VARIOUS OF COMPETITORS DIVING

8. (SOUNDBITE) (Bosnian) ORGANISER AND DIRECTOR OF WATERFALL JUMPS EVENT, ANTO BRTAN, SAYING:

"While much of Europe is battling heatwaves and wildfires, it is pleasantly cool here in Jajce, next to the waterfall where the Pliva and Vrbas rivers meet. For this very reason, many tourists come to Jajce to escape the heat, cool off and visit the town's numerous cultural and historical landmarks, with plenty to see and explore."

7. AUDIENCE WATCHING

8. DRONE AERIAL OF COMPETITOR JUMPING

9. VARIOUS OF COMPETITORS JUMPING

10. DRONE AERIAL OF COMPETITOR JUMPING

11. COMPETITOR JUMPING

13. (SOUNDBITE) (Bosnian) BOSNIAN TOURIST, SEHERZADA RIZVIC, SAYING:

"In this hot weather, when everyone is looking for a refreshing escape, nothing compares to this waterfall. You simply have to come here and enjoy its beauty and refreshing coolness."

11. AUDIENCE WATCHING

12. VARIOUS OF COMPETITORS JUMPING

13. VARIOUS OF AUDIENCE WATCHING

16. WINNERS POSING WITH TROPHIES

17. (SOUNDBITE) (Bosnian) BOSNIAN COMPETITOR AND WINNER, IGOR ARSENIC, SAYING:

"A unique diving platform, one of the most beautiful. The waterfall is behind us, and we are diving here in the royal town. As always, thank you to everyone for the warm welcome. We feel right at home."

18. VARIOUS OF TOURISTS TAKING PHOTOS IN FRONT OF WATERFALL