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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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Guardian Girls Global Karate Project
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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Grand Winners Excel on Day Two of the 2025 Karate 1-Premier League in Hangzhou
2025-06-15
The second day of the 2025 Karate 1-Premier League in Hangzhou delivered top-tier performances, with some of the world’s finest karatekas securing their spots in the finals. The event showcased the highest level of technical skill and intensity, with Grand Winners Kakeru Nishiyama, Reem Khamis, Elena Quirici and Youssef Badawy among the stars making their mark.
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Karate 1-Premier League Kicks Off in Hangzhou with Spectacular Opening Ceremony
2025-03-15
The 2025 Karate 1-Premier League was officially inaugurated in Hangzhou with a spectacular opening ceremony that showcased the excellence of karate and the outstanding organisation of Chinese karate. The event, hosted by the Chinese Karate Association and the Linping District, welcomed dignitaries, athletes, and officials from around the world in a magnificent event that marked the official start of the competition and the many values of the sport.
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Karate 1-Premier League Hangzhou Now LIVE!
2025-03-14
The Karate 1-Premier League Hangzhou officially began on Friday, bringing top karate athletes from around the world to China for an action-packed competition. The competition is now available LIVE on the WKF YouTube channel.
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Day of Thrilling Competition at Karate 1-Premier League Hangzhou
2025-03-14
The 2025 Karate 1-Premier League Hangzhou kicked off in spectacular fashion, marking the second event of the season with thrilling action and intense competition across multiple categories. Grand Winners Maho Ono, Moldir Zhangbyrbay, Said Oubaya, and Abdalla Abdelaziz were among the big winners of the day.
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All You Need to Know About Karate 1 Premier League Hangzhou
2025-03-07
The second event of the season of the Karate 1-Premier League will be held in Hangzhou (China) from March 14 to 16. After the successful opening event in Paris, the best Karate athletes in the world travel to China for a highly anticipated tournament in China.
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WKF Updates Qualification and Competition System for Karate World Championships 2025
2025-03-06
The Executive Committee of the World Karate Federation (WKF) has approved updates to the qualification and competition system for the Qualification Tournament and the Final Phase of the Karate World Championships 2025. The decision, made during the committee’s ordinary meeting on Tuesday via videoconference, aims to enhance clarity and fairness while maximizing athletes’ opportunities to qualify for the sport’s most prestigious event.
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WKF Executive Committee Meets to Discuss Future of Karate
2025-03-06
The Executive Committee of the World Karate Federation (WKF) met Tuesday via videoconference to review the current state of karate and discuss key topics shaping the future of the sport.
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Karate 1-Premier League to Make Triumphant Return to China
2025-03-04
Karate’s biggest event is making a highly anticipated return to China. The second Karate 1-Premier League event of the season will be hosted in Hangzhou from March 14 to 16, marking the sport’s resurgence in the country after six years.
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WKF and EKF President Antonio Espinós Attends EOC General Assembly in Frankfurt
2025-03-03
World Karate Federation (WKF) and European Karate Federation (EKF) President Antonio Espinós attended the European Olympic Committees (EOC) General Assembly in Frankfurt, Germany. Mr. Espinós was accompanied by EKF General Secretary Davor Cipek, reaffirming WKF and EKF's commitment to fostering progress in the European sports environment.
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Revamped WKF Referee Commission Meets in Fujairah for Massive Karate 1-Youth League Event
2025-02-28
The WKF Referee Commission, now enhanced with new members to further elevate the standards of officiating in karate, met in full for the first time at the 2025 Karate 1-Youth League event in Fujairah (UAE). Under Chairman Javier Escalante's leadership, the commission convened at the event in Fujairah, marking a significant milestone in the sport's commitment to excellence.
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WKF Executive Committee Members Gather at Karate 1-Youth League in Fujairah
2025-02-26
The Karate 1-Youth League event in Fujairah (UAE) of this past week was graced by the attendance of a host of members of the World Karate Federation’s (WKF) Executive Committee, showing their commitment to nurturing the future of the sport. WKF President Antonio Espinós welcomed the Executive Committee members in attendance and highlighted their contribution to the progress of the sport.
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Referee Briefing for 2025 Karate 1-Youth League in Fujairah Highlights Excellence in Karate Judging
2025-02-25
Nearly 500 Karate judges from around the world gathered in Fujairah for the official Referee Briefing of the 2025 Karate 1-Youth League, showcasing the continued growth and high standards of refereeing within the sport of karate.
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Thrilling Finale at Memorable Karate 1-Youth League Fujairah Crowns U14 Champions
2025-02-24
The Karate 1-Youth League in Fujairah concluded with an exhilarating final day, marking a spectacular end to the opening event of the season of karate’s most massive series of events for young karate athletes. The last day saw the crowning of champions in the U14 categories, showcasing the next generation of karate talent.
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Karate 1-Youth League Fujairah Showcases Strength of Karate at Young Ages
2025-02-23
The third day of the 2025 Karate 1-Youth League in Fujairah saw the season's first champions crowned in the cadet categories. The event continued delivering intense competition and showcased rising stars from around the world.
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Son of Crown Prince of Fujairah Attends Opening Ceremony of 2025 Karate 1-Youth League
2025-02-22
The 2025 Karate 1-Youth League in Fujairah kicked off with a spectacular opening ceremony, graced by the presence of Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, the son of the Crown Prince of Fujairah. His attendance underscored the strong support of the UAE’s leadership for the sport of karate.
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