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We are sorry to hear about the passing of Kaicho Kiyoshi Yamazaki on 30th August at 83 years. Kiyoshi Yamazaki was a renowned karate master born on August 16, 1940, in Chiba Prefecture, Japan. Trained from a young age by his father, a Kendo master, Yamazaki was a disciplined and talented athlete. He...
The Karate events at the 2023 World Combat Games are slated for October 20-21. Hosted in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the World Combat Games will run from October 20 to 30 and will feature a diverse array of 16 combat sports. Following the conclusion of the qualification rounds, the roster of 96 athletes s...
The 2023 PKF Cadet, Junior, U14 & U21 Championships are the most comprehensive underage Karate competitions in the Americas. Held annually, these prestigious events serve as a platform for the continent’s most promising young athletes across various age categories. From the budding talents in the U1...
The curtains fell on the 2023 African Karate Championship held in the vibrant city of Casablanca, marking the end of the much-anticipated martial arts competition. The championship came to a thrilling conclusion with the Senior Bronze bouts, followed by the high-intensity finals. The competition sho...
In a historic move towards inclusivity and recognition, Casablanca, Morocco was the proud host of the first African Para Karate Championship yesterday. This groundbreaking event aims not only to foster a love for martial arts amongst those with disabilities but also represents a significant stride t...
Casablanca, Morocco, plays host to the unfolding drama and raw athleticism showcased at the 22nd African Karate Championship. Today, the focus of the competition shifted to the team kumite categories, featuring both the senior male and female divisions. Renowned for its fierce and riveting bouts, th...
Today, martial arts enthusiasts from around the world had their eyes glued to the much-anticipated kumite championship. The morning kicked off with intense qualifications, and by the afternoon, fans were treated to nail-biting finals, where athletes vied for the coveted Gold, Silver, and Bronze meda...
A Remarkable Display of Talent at the 2023 UFAK Championships in Casablanca The 2023 UFAK Karate Championships in Casablanca have proven to be an electrifying showcase of talent, with karatekas from across the continent competing fiercely. From August 17th to 20th, the sports arena in Casablanca, Mo...
Key Highlights from the Second Day of Competition In an intense day of competition featuring Senior kata and kumite categories, athletes from several nations demonstrated remarkable skill, strength, and determination. These qualifications have set the stage for a series of electrifying final bouts s...
In an exciting development for combat sports enthusiasts, the Organising Committee of the Riyadh 2023 World Combat Games has revealed the much-anticipated schedule for the upcoming tournament, which is set to take place from the 20th to 30th of October. This event is not only remarkable for the thri...
The World Karate Federation (WKF) has always been a testament to the spirit of this unique martial art, inspiring discipline, perseverance, and determination in athletes worldwide. As we usher in 2024, we’re thrilled to share the much-anticipated WKF calendar, loaded with incredible global events th...
The countdown has begun! In just 100 days, Budapest will host the prestigious 26th World Senior Championships (WKF), bringing together the best karatekas from around the globe. With anticipation building up, the event organizers have launched the official website (karatebudapest2023.hu), Facebook pa...
Gear up, martial arts enthusiasts! The much-anticipated 19th Asian Senior Karate Championship is back with a bang, promising three intense days of adrenaline-fueled excitement. From 21st to 23rd July 2023, the city of Melaka in Malaysia is set to come alive with this prestigious event taking place a...
In addition to the International Calendar WKF, several karate Open are programmed between September and the beginning of October 2023. Please see the most important event:
With the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics still six years away, karate is already vying for a spot in the hallowed five-ring lineup. The World Karate Federation (WKF) is launching an all-out offensive, fervently appealing to the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to include this ancient art in the world...
