All you need to know about the 2024 World Cadet, Junior & U21 Championships in Venice

2024-10-04

The most promising Karate athletes in the world gather next week in Venice (Italy) to clash for gold at the highly anticipated 2024 World Cadet, Junior & U21 Championships. The future stars of Karate will be crowned in Venice in the tournament scheduled from October 9 to 13.

Karate represented at U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Sport Gathering in Colorado Springs

2024-10-01

The U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Sport community gathered for a significant meeting at the U.S. Olympic Museum in Colorado Springs. The event, which brought together some of the nation’s most influential sports leaders, including IOC President Thomas Bach, aimed to celebrate the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC) achievements. Karate was represented by the Chair of the United States National Karate Federation (USANKF) and WKF Athletes Commission member Elisa Au.

Media Advisory: Accreditation Now Open for Karate World Cup in Pamplona

2024-09-24

The accreditation process for the Karate World Cup, the biggest Karate event of the year, is now open. Journalists and media representatives interested in covering the event can register by filling out the online accreditation form at the link below.

Guardian Girls Karate Program Expands to Italy with Seminar in Olbia

2024-09-24

A seminar of the Guardian Girls Karate Programme was held in Olbia, Italy as part of the ongoing global expansion of the Karate project against Gender-Based Violence. Organised by the Italian Federation of Judo, Wrestling, Karate, and Martial Arts (FIJLKAM the activity was held in conjunction with the 2024 Mediterranean Karate Championships and brought together dozens of women from the region to learn tools to defend themselves against situations of gender-based violence.

Italy Dominates Mediterranean Championships in Olbia

2024-09-23

The 2024 Mediterranean Championships in Olbia, Italy, concluded this week with host nation Italy securing the top spot on the medal table. Italian athletes clinched 26 gold medals, demonstrating dominance across multiple categories. Spain and Greece followed closely, rounding out the top three. The event showcased high-level competition in both kata and kumite disciplines, along with strong performances in team events.

Japan Top Medal Table of AKF Senior Championships in Hangzhou as Teams Qualify for Karate World Cup

2024-09-23

The 2024 AKF Senior Championships came to a thrilling close in Hangzhou, China, with Japan leading the final medal standings, followed by Vietnam and Kazakhstan. The event saw top karatekas winning the continental crowns as the last spots at the Karate World Cup were taken.  

Executive Committee and Congress of the Mediterranean Karate Federations Union (MKFU) Convene in Olbia to Review Progress of Karate in Region

2024-09-23

The Mediterranean Karate Federations Union (MKFU) held its Executive Committee and Congress meetings in Olbia, Italy, during the 2024 Mediterranean Karate Championships. The meetings, held in conjunction with the highly anticipated championships, provided an opportunity for key discussions on the development of karate across the Mediterranean region.

Teams Take Stage at Thrilling Day of 2024 AKF Senior Championships

2024-09-22

The second day of the 2024 AKF Senior Championships in Hangzhou, China, was packed with emotion and intensity. The final qualifying spots for the highly anticipated Karate World Cup in Pamplona later this year were up for grabs, heightening the stakes. The event also featured the inspiring performances of para-karate athletes, who captivated the audience with their skill and determination.

China's Li Gong and Yuchun Wei lead way to finals on Day 1 of 2024 AKF Senior Championships

2024-09-21

The first day of the 2024 AKF Senior Championships in Hangzhou, China, concluded with thrilling action as the top karate athletes from across Asia battled for a place in the finals. This prestigious event not only gathers the continent's best talent but also serves as a crucial qualifier for the upcoming Karate World Cup. All finalists in the individual Kumite male and female categories were determined, setting the stage for exciting showdowns.

State-of-the-Art Asian Karate Academy and Training Centre inaugurated in Hangzhou, China

2024-09-21

A landmark event took place on Wednesday with the unveiling of the Asian Karate Academy and Training Centre in Hangzhou, a world-class facility aimed at elevating the sport of Karate across Asia. The inauguration was held on the eve of the Asian Karate Federation (AKF) Senior Championships, being hosted in the city this week.

2024 Mediterranean Karate Championships Set for Olbia, Italy

2024-09-19

The 2024 Mediterranean Karate Championships will take place from September 20 to 22 in Olbia, Italy. This prestigious event will gather over 400 of the best karate athletes from 18 Mediterranean countries, competing across Cadet, Junior, and Senior divisions. The tournament will also feature a beach competition, adding a unique twist to the traditional format.

Official Presentation of the 2024 Mediterranean Karate Championships in Olbia, Italy

2024-09-19

The official presentation of the 2024 Mediterranean Karate Championships was held today in Olbia, with a gathering of local authorities and key figures from the international karate community. The press conference, led by the President of the Karate Section of the Italian Federation of Wrestling, Judo, Karate and Martial Arts (FIJLKAM) Davide Benetello, and the President of the Mediterranean Karate Federation Bechir Cherif, had WKF President Antonio Espinós and the Mayor of Olbia Settimo Nizzi in attendance, alongside local and regional sports officials. 

WKF Executive Committee Member Ibrahim Al Gannas Reappointed to Saudi Arabia's Shura Council

2024-09-17

World Karate Federation Executive Committee member Ibrahim Al Gannas has been reappointed as a member of Saudi Arabia’s Shura Council (Parliament) for a new four-year term. His reappointment was confirmed by a royal decree issued by King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud in early September.

AKF Senior Championships Set to Determine Final Karate World Cup Qualifiers in Hangzhou

2024-09-17

The 2024 AKF Senior Championships will take place in Hangzhou, China, from September 20 to 22. Asia's largest and most prestigious karate event, this highly anticipated tournament is not just about crowning new champions of Asian karate; it will also determine the final qualifying teams for the Karate World Cup, set to be held later this year in Pamplona, Spain.

Karate 1-Series A Salzburg Concludes with Spectacular Wins

2024-09-16

The final day of the Karate 1-Series A in Salzburg was filled with high-energy performances, as four champions emerged in their respective categories. The climactic event saw Quentin Mahauden and Maryam Ajaray, both from Belgium, and  Brian Timmermans of the Netherlands and Pamela Bodei of Italy winning the last gold medals at stake.