Tadissi Martial and Sandra Sanchez: Karate Champions Stepping Up to Represent Athletes at The World Games
As the countdown to The World Games in Chengdu begins, another important event is taking shape: the election of the IWGA Athletes’ Committee, a body responsible for representing the voices and concerns of athletes within the World Games movement. Among the list of nominees, two standout figures from the world of karate are stepping forward: Tadissi Martial […]
Espinós Confident in Karate’s Olympic Comeback
Antonio Espinós, President of both the World Karate Federation (WKF) and the European Karate Federation, has reiterated an unwavering belief that karate “belongs at the Games.” Despite its absence from the 2024 Paris Olympic program, the discipline remains firmly in his sights for future inclusion . A Rocky Road Karate made its Olympic debut at Tokyo […]
Karateka: A Movie Tribute to Sandra Sánchez
The film Karateka, directed by Aritz Moreno, tells the extraordinary life story of Sandra Sánchez, one of the greatest karate athletes of all time. Scheduled for release in Spanish cinemas on October 30, 2026, this biopic highlights the inspiring journey of a woman who defied expectations to reach the top of her sport. (source) 🥇 Who is […]
Karate Kid: Legends — Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan Honored with WKF Black Belts
From the silver screen to the real dojo, the stars of the new film “Karate Kid: Legends” are making martial arts history. In a symbolic and emotional moment at the world premiere of Karate Kid: Legends, the World Karate Federation (WKF) formally recognized two of cinema’s most iconic martial arts figures. Ralph Macchio, forever etched in […]
Sandra Sánchez Champions Athlete Advocacy at IWGA Annual General Meeting in Madrid
On Wednesday, the heart of international sport beat in Madrid as the Annual General Meeting of The World Games (IWGA) brought together global stakeholders for a pivotal moment of dialogue and progress. Among them stood one of karate’s most revered icons, Sandra Sánchez, Olympic gold medalist and World Champion, representing not just her sport — but athletes everywhere. […]
Karate Day in Okinawa: A Celebration of Tradition and Peace
This weekend, the island of Okinawa, Japan, once again became the heart of karate, celebrating the annual Karate Day on October 25, 2024. This event, a staple in Okinawa’s cultural calendar, brings together karate practitioners and enthusiasts from around the world to honor the island’s martial arts heritage. Hosted at the Okinawa Karate Kaikan Special […]
Sandra Sánchez: From Olympic Podium to cinema
As the world eagerly anticipates the release of “Karateka”, a biopic centered on the remarkable life of Olympic gold medalist Sandra Sánchez, details about the film’s production have begun to surface. Directed by Aritz Moreno, known for his work on “Advantages of Traveling by Train”, “Karateka” promises to bring to life the struggles, perseverance, and […]
SEA Games 2025: The Puzzling Omission of Karate, Jiujitsu, and Wushu
As the Southeast Asian (SEA) Games prepare for their 2025 edition in Thailand, a surprising development has left athletes, coaches, and sports enthusiasts across the region scratching their heads. The host nation recently released a proposed list of 40 sports to be included in the games, and to the dismay of many, karate, jiujitsu, wushu, […]
Alizée Agier: An Inspiring Icon at the Olympic Flame Relay
Yesterday, the town of Semur-en-Auxois had the honor of hosting a leg of the Olympic flame relay for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Among the participants was Alizée Agier, an exceptional athlete whose journey is a true source of inspiration. A Steadfast Will in the Face of Adversity Diagnosed at the age of 18 with […]
Tribute to Kancho Kenneth Funakoshi
Kancho Kenneth Funakoshi passed away on July 3, 2024. Kancho Kenneth Yoshinobu Funakoshi, born on September 4, 1938, in Honolulu, Hawaii, was a prominent karate master and the founder of the Funakoshi Shotokan Karate Association (FSKA). A fourth cousin of Master Gichin Funakoshi, the founder of modern Shotokan, Kenneth Funakoshi dedicated his life to teaching […]