Slovakia In The Eurovision Song Contest 2009
Slovakia returned to the Eurovision Song Contest 2009 after an 11-year absence in the Eurovision Song Contest.
After withdrawing from the Eurovision Song Contest after three poor results from 1994 to 1998, Slovenská Televízia (STV) was reluctant to return to the contest due to budget problems in the broadcaster, however, after 11 years, Slovakia returned to the contest in Moscow. The program director of STV stated that pressure from local artists was the driving force behind the country's return.
The fourth Slovak entry at Eurovision was chosen through a national final, held between 15 February and 8 March. the final winner was Kamil Mikulčík and Nela Pocisková with "Leť tmou".
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