The first CRO Demoscope of the year, published by RTL Danas, reveals shifting political opinions in Croatia following the widely publicized welcome for the country's bronze medal-winning handball team. The event sparked a political dispute related to a performance by Marko Perković Thompson, highlighting the contrasting perspectives between the left and right political factions. As a result, Prime Minister Andrej Plenković's HDZ party gained a significant boost in public support, rising to 30.6% approval, compared to 27.5% in December, indicating a positive trend in favor of the ruling party.

In contrast, Tomislav Tomašević has a reason to be concerned, as his negative approval rating has surged, with 14% of respondents identifying him as one of the most negatively viewed politicians, up from 5.4% in December. This change not only reflects a growing dissatisfaction among voters but also poses a potential challenge for Tomašević as he navigates the political landscape marked by increasing criticism. Meanwhile, other political parties like SDP and MOŽEMO! have also shown slight changes in their support percentages, but none have matched the dramatic swing seen by HDZ.

Overall, this polling data presents a clear picture of the evolving political scene in Croatia, particularly in the aftermath of events that have galvanized public opinion. With HDZ's resurgence and Tomašević's decline, the implications of these shifts could shape the forthcoming electoral strategies and policies as parties aim to capitalize on public sentiment. As tensions continue to rise between political ideologies, the landscape remains dynamic and charged, suggesting that future events will further influence the electorate's decisions.