The International Olympic Committee (IOC) and Worldwide Olympic and Paralympic Insurance Partner Allianz SE (Allianz) have today announced initial global research findings* that reveal that 72% of young people think playing sport is important. Parents also recognise the benefits of sports participation, with over 90% saying they want their child to play sport to improve their physical and
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Riyadh, the capital city of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, is getting ready to welcome 16 different martial arts and combat sports international federations, with over 2500 athletes and officials from all 5 continents. The past, the present and the future will become one when the ancient traditions and values of the 16 participating combat sports;
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Congratulations to Mr. Claudio Schermi on his election as the IDBF President. AIMS is looking forward to working closely with IDBF and the entire council. IDBF former president, Mike Thomas will continue to serve in AIMS as an AIMS council member.
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The AIMS family is deeply saddened upon receiving the news of the passing of Maj. Gen. Charouck Arrirachakaran. Maj. Gen. Charouck held significant roles in the world of sports, including Vice President of the Olympic Council of Asia, former Secretary General and Vice President of the Olympic Committee of Thailand, and President of the International
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Research has shown that fulfilling Whereabouts responsibilities can be a source of anxiety for athletes who are in a testing pool. Therefore, our August monthly webinar aims to provide you with practical guidance and advice to give you confidence to fulfil your responsibilities. We are delighted to be joined by Krisztina Bedocs, 3x European Champion
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The World Combat Games will feature a total of 16 combat sports and martial arts with ancient traditions and, for the first time, will see the inclusion of Paralympic and Special Olympic disciplines, bringing together 1700 elite combat athletes from over 80 countries. 16 sports will participate; boxing, fencing, judo, kickboxing, muaythai, sambo, sumo, taekwondo,
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Eurosport has underlined its commitment to growing powerlifting by extending its agreement with the International Powerlifting Federation (IPF) through to 2029 in a deal that will give fans more access to coverage and the chance to learn more about the sport than ever before. Viewers across Europe will be able to enjoy coverage from the
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Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia – August 8th, 2023: The organizing committee of the Riyadh 2023 World Combat Games has proudly announced its ground-breaking decision to showcase a new standard for inclusivity within international sports tournaments. For the first time in the history of the event, 6 Paralympic sports will be welcomed into its lineup, solidifying
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The beautiful Klong Phai Water Sport Training Center, Rayong Thailand welcomed 400 athletes from five continent for the World Dragon Boat Championships 2023 Inclusion is not just world for IDBF which they have shown many times and for the first time paradragon racing is a full medal sport at the event. The president of the
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The Fistball World Championship 2023 proved to be a tremendous success, and a report will be released soon to highlight its achievements. Congratulations are in order for the IFA family, with special appreciation extended to President Jörn Verleger for his instrumental efforts in making this event possible. The opening ceremony saw the presence of distinguished