With exactly one year to go, excitement is building for The World Games 2025. Set to take place in Chengdu, China, this event promises to be a highlight of next year's sports season.

Karate holds a special place in The World Games, being one of its founding sports. Since the inception of The World Games in 1981, karate has been a staple of the programme. The karate competition in Chengdu is scheduled for August 8 and 9, 2025, and is expected to draw significant attention from sports enthusiasts around the world.

The World Games 2025 will feature a total of 35 sports, and it will take place in Chengdu, known for its vibrant sports culture, where Karate’s progress in China will be showcased.

The last edition of the World Games, held in 2022 in Birmingham, USA, saw powerhouse nations Ukraine, Spain, and Egypt dominate the medal table with two gold medals each. Karate icons such as Sandra Sanchez of Spain, Anzhelika Terliuga of Ukraine, Youssef Badawy of Egypt and Kazumasa Moto of Japan were among the stars of the event in Birmingham.

As the countdown to The World Games 2025 begins, all eyes are on Chengdu. As we mark one year to go, the anticipation is growing. Three athletes per category are already qualified, as the top-three ranked karatekas at the last World Championships. The rest of the eight athletes per category to compete in Chengdu will be selected per ranking at March 31, 2025.

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