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Karate World Cup, Pamplona (Spain)

22

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24

NOV

Pamplona (Spain)

Commonwealth Championships, Durban (South Africa)

28

NOV

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Durban (South Africa)

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DEC

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DEC

Venice (Italy)

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World Cadet, Junior & U21 Championships in Italy Mark Milestone as First Fully Sustainable Tournament

2024-11-06

The World Karate Federation (WKF) has taken a significant leap towards sustainability with the 2024 World Cadet, Junior & U21 Championships in Venice-Jesolo, Italy, marking the sport’s first fully sustainable event. This championship aligns with the WKF’s dedication to environmental responsibility through its “Green Karate” initiative, which started in 2022 and continues to shape the future Karate as a sustainable discipline.

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Luxembourg Dominates 2024 Small States of Europe Karate Championships in Monaco

2024-11-05

The 2024 Small States of Europe Karate Championships (SSEKC) concluded this week with Luxembourg securing the top spot on the medal table. Held for the first time in Monaco, the event drew over 200 athletes from all nine participating countries of the Small States of Europe, marking a significant moment in the region’s karate history.

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WKF Official Samantha Desciderio Joins Mexican Olympic Committee Executive Committee

2024-11-04

World Karate Federation Executive Committee member Samantha Desciderio was appointed to the Mexican Olympic Committee’s Executive Committee after the organisation's elections on October 28.

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WKF Women

2024-10-28

The Women’s Commission of the World Karate Federation (WKF) has taken significant steps towards enhancing female representation and influence within karate. Following the 2024 World Cadet, Junior & U21 Championships in Venice-Jesolo, the commission led by Chairperson Sarah Wennerstrom (Sweden), with members Fariba Madani (USA) and Rosanna Kassis (Australia), conducted several meetings to expand opportunities and increase the number of women in key karate roles.

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Karate 1-Series A: Tbilisi to Kick Off the 2025 Season with First-Class Competition

2024-10-28

The highly anticipated 2025 Karate 1-Series A season is set to begin in Tbilisi, Georgia, on January 18-21, marking the start of a thrilling calendar of international karate tournaments.

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WKF Assistant General Secretary Davor Cipek Represents Karate at the 2024 IF Forum in Lausanne

2024-10-24

WKF Assistant General Secretary Davor Cipek attended the 2024 International Federation (IF) Forum held in Lausanne, Switzerland, representing the World Karate Federation. The IF Forum, organized by SportAccord, brought together over 425 delegates from across the sporting world to discuss and shape the future of global sports. Key topics of this year’s forum included the impact of artificial intelligence (AI), anti-doping measures, athlete health, and governance within sports, among others.

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WKF Championing Clean Sport Through Anti-Doping Education Outreach Activity at World Cadet, Junior & U21 Championships

2024-10-23

A successful Anti-Doping Education outreach activity was held in Venice-Jesolo, Italy at the 2024 World Cadet, Junior & U21 Championships in a dynamic showcase of dedication to integrity in sports.

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Successful 18th Edition of Polish Open Celebrates Popularity of Karate in Europe

2024-10-22

The city of Bielsko-Biala hosted the 18th edition of the Polish Open. The event gathered no less than 2,000 competitors from 32 countries, a testament to the popularity of the sport and the great recognition of the event amongst the Karate community worldwide.

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Official Draw for the Karate World Cup Unveils Thrilling Matchups

2024-10-21

The highly anticipated Official Draw for the Karate World Cup took place today in Madrid, Spain. Held at a live event and streamed on the World Karate Federation (WKF) YouTube channel, the Official Draw has set the stage for one of the most prestigious events in the sport.

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Progress of Karate 1 Events Outlined at High-Profile Meeting in Venice-Jesolo

2024-10-18

Representatives from the World Karate Federation (WKF) met with the hosts of Karate 1 events to review the progress of the current edition of Karate’s first-class series of events and plan for the 2025 season. The meetings took place during the 2024 World Cadet, Junior & U21 Championships in Venice-Jesolo.

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WKF President Honours FIJLKAM and Davide Benetello for Memorable 2024 World Cadet, Junior & U21 Championships

2024-10-16

The 2024 World Cadet, Junior, & U21 Karate Championships concluded successfully in Venice-Jesolo, leaving a lasting impression on the global karate community as one of the most exceptional and memorable Karate events of its kind. WKF President Antonio Espinós praised the outstanding work of FIJLKAM and the President of its Karate sector Davide Benetello for hosting a Karate event to remember.

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Japan Top Medal Table of Memorable 2024 World Cadet, Junior & U21 Championships

2024-10-13

The 2024 World Cadet, Junior & U21 Karate Championships in Venice-Jesolo, Italy, concluded with a thrilling final day of competition. Hosted brilliantly by the Italian Karate Federation, the event crowned new U21 and team world champions in the final day of action.

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WKF Commissions Convene at 2024 World Cadet, Junior & U21 Championships to Drive Karate's Progress

2024-10-13

The World Karate Federation (WKF) Commissions gathered during the 2024 World Cadet, Junior & U21 Karate Championships in Venice-Jesolo, Italy, to review and assess the sport's progress across various areas. The meetings focused on ensuring that karate's development reaches every aspect of the sport and maintains its growth and global appeal.

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Second Executive Committee Meeting in Venice-Jesolo Reviews Olympic Prospects of Karate

2024-10-12

The World Karate Federation (WKF) held its second meeting Executive Committee during the 2024 World Cadet, Junior & U21 Championships in Venice-Jesolo, Italy. The meeting was led by WKF President Antonio Espinós, with all committee members on-site present, including Davide Benetello, Executive Committee member and President of FIJLKAM’s Karate sector.

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European Karate Federation Executive Committee Meets During World Cadet, Junior & U21 Championships

2024-10-12

The European Karate Federation (EKF) Executive Committee convened during the World Cadet, Junior & U21 Championships in Venice-Jesolo, Italy. The meeting was chaired by EKF and WKF President Antonio Espinós, with most of the committee members in attendance due to their presence at the event in Italy.

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