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WKF Executive Committee member Davide Benetello Re-Elected as President of FIJLKAM Karate Sector

2025-01-30

WKF Executive Committee member Davide Benetello Re-Elected as President of FIJLKAM Karate Sector

Karate legend Davide Benetello has been re-elected as President of the Karate Sector of the Italian Federation of Judo, Wrestling, Karate, and Martial Arts (FIJLKAM). This re-election marks his second tenure leading one of the most respected karate organisations worldwide.

Davide Benetello’s re-appointment took place during the 168th FIJLKAM Federal Council Meeting last week in Rome. His continued leadership reinforces the organisation’s commitment to advancing karate in Italy and beyond.

His nomination asserts his outstanding work commanding the Karate matters of the organisation and follows a change in FIJLKAM’s leadership. At the 43rd Ordinary National Elective Assembly of the Italian Federation in December, Giovanni Morsiani was elected as the new FIJLKAM President, bringing fresh direction to the organisation.

A former World Champion, Davide Benetello has been a member of the World Karate Federation (WKF) Executive Committee since 2014. He has also served as Chairman of the WKF Athletes’ Commission since 2014, playing a key role in promoting and developing the sport on a global scale. His influence and dedication have helped shape karate’s growth, both competitively and administratively.

WKF President Antonio Espinós praised Davide Benetello’s re-election: “With Mr. Davide Benetello’s re-appointment, karate ensures that one of the sport’s most active, efficient, and experienced leaders continues guiding the development of Karate. His contributions as a WKF Executive Committee member and as Chairman of the WKF Athletes’ Commission, among many roles in the sport, have been unmatched. Now, as he continues leading FIJLKAM’s Karate Sector, I am confident he will further support the sport’s remarkable progress in Italy and worldwide.”

His re-election is a testament to his impact on karate and his dedication to its continuous evolution. Under his leadership, FIJLKAM’s Karate Sector is set to maintain its strong legacy, inspiring athletes and promoting excellence in the sport,” Mr. Espinós added.

(Top picture: WKF President Antonio Espinós (right) and newly re-elected president of FIJLKAM’s Karate sector, Davide Benetello at the 2025 Karate 1-Premier League Paris)

 

Mr Benetello and recently-elected new FIJLKAM president Giovanni Morsiani.