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Karate World Cup - National Team Championships
The 2024 Karate World Cup – National Team Championships is set to feature the best karate teams from around the globe. The event is scheduled to take place in Pamplona, Spain from November 22 to 24.
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The World Karate Federation (WKF), the Koyamada International Foundation (KIF) and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) have joined forces to launch the Guardian Girls Global Karate Project.
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"This is going to stay with all of us for the rest of our lives" Team USA Celebrates Historic Silver Medal at Karate World Cup
2024-11-27
In a groundbreaking performance, the United States Female Kumite team secured their first-ever silver medal at the Karate World Cup, the most prestigious karate event of the year. Facing off against the world's best, Team USA’s run to the final was a testament to the sport's growth in the United States.
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WKF Executive Committee Gathers in Pamplona to Discuss Global Progress of Karate
2024-11-25
The Executive Committee members of the World Karate Federation (WKF) present in Pamplona, Spain, convened unofficially at the Navarra Arena Sports Hall during the 2024 Karate World Cup.
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Japan Dominates as Spectacular and Historic Karate World Cup Wraps Up in Pamplona
2024-11-24
The 2024 Karate World Cup concluded in Pamplona, Spain, after three days of memorable competition showcasing the best karate in the world. Japan emerged as the dominant nation, topping the medal table with three gold medals, while Egypt claimed a landmark victory in Male Team Kumite.
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Mitchell Durham (AUS): The Future of Karate in Australia is Extremely Bright
2024-11-23
Australia competed at the Karate World Cup, the biggest Karate event of the year in the Male Team Kumite category. Leading the team was Mitchell Durham, Australian Karate star and top representative of Karate’s progress in the country.
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History Made in Pamplona as Finalists Set After Thrilling Day at Karate World Cup
2024-11-23
The second day of the 2024 Karate World Cup in Pamplona delivered memorable moments of the best Karate with finalists confirmed in all categories. Portugal and Japan in Female Team Kata, Japan and the United States in Female Team Kumite, Turkiye and Japan in Male Team Kata, and Iran and Egypt in Male Team Kumite will clash for the coveted Karate World Cup trophy.
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WKF President Highlights Level of Refereeing at 2024 Karate World Cup
2024-11-23
All the referees officiating at the Karate World Cup gathered in Pamplona, Spain one last time before the start of the competition at the Referee Briefing of the event. The meeting, held on Thursday, brought together all 86 referees selected for the competition, ensuring thorough preparation for the challenges ahead.
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Karate World Cup 2024: A Spectacular Opening Day in Pamplona
2024-11-22
The 2024 Karate World Cup began with electrifying performances in Pamplona, Spain. Day one shined a spotlight on two thrilling categories: Female Team Kata and Male Team Kumite, setting the stage for a tournament filled with firsts and fierce competition.
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WKF President Highlights Role of Coaches Ahead of Karate World Cup
2024-11-22
Coaches, team staff members and WKF officials gathered for a meeting led by World Karate Federation (WKF) President Antonio Espinós ahead of the start of Karate World Cup in Pamplona, Spain. The event, held ahead of the year’s biggest karate competition, focused on fine-tuning the organisational, behavioural, and competitive elements of the tournament.
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Karate World Cup 2024: All You Need to Know About the Historic Event
2024-11-21
The 2024 Karate World Cup is set to make history in Pamplona, Spain, from November 22 to 24. This event marks the debut of a standalone team championship following the separation of the World Senior Championships into individual and team competitions. It will gather the best karate teams from around the world for an action-packed weekend.
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Karate World Cup 2024 Kicks Off in Pamplona
2024-11-21
The 2024 Karate World Cup was officially presented today in a press conference at the Navarra Arena sports hall, marking the official start of the biggest karate event of the year. The competition will take place from November 22 to 24 in Pamplona, with 80 top teams from 43 countries competing for glory.
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WKF President Welcomes Mexico Karate Federation President in Madrid
2024-11-20
The President of the Mexican Karate Federation and member of the World Karate Federation (WKF) Executive Committee Samantha Desciderio visited the WKF headquarters in Madrid to discuss the progress of Karate in the country and around the world. The Mexican Karate official was warmly welcomed by WKF President Antonio Espinós.
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Karate World Cup: Introducing the Competition Calendars
2024-11-18
The Karate World Cup, the most anticipated event on the global karate calendar, is set to begin in Pamplona from November 22 to 24. This groundbreaking tournament marks a new era for the sport, bringing together “The Best Karate in the World”.
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WKF Assistant General Secretary Represents Karate at EUSA Conference in Vienna
2024-11-18
Assistant General Secretary of the WKF and General Secretary of the European Karate Federation (EKF), Davor Cipek represented Karate at the 2024 European University Sports Association (EUSA) Conference, in Vienna, Austria.
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One Week to Historic 2024 Karate World Cup in Pamplona
2024-11-14
The 2024 Karate World Cup is one week to go! The Best Karate in the World!
With just one week remaining, excitement builds for the 2024 Karate World Cup, set to take place in Pamplona, Spain, from November 22 to 24. The event will bring together elite karate teams from around the world, clashing to become the best Karate teams in the world.
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Sarajevo Hosts Record-Breaking 24th Balkan Karate Championship
2024-11-14
The 24th Balkan Karate Championship for Cadets, Juniors, and U21 concluded in Sarajevo, marking the largest event of its kind with a record tally of competitors from all 13 Balkan national federations. From November 8th to 10th, top young athletes showcased their skills, in an event that had Bosnia and Herzegovina emerging as the leading country in the final medal standings, with 36 medals. Serbia and Turkey also made impressive marks with eight and seven gold medals, respectively.
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