NEXT-EVENTS
A year full of KARATE
Plenty of excitement in 2024
The revamped Karate 1-Premier League, the increasingly popular Karate 1-Series A and Karate 1-Youth League, the always thrilling continental championships, and Karate’s impactful presence in multi-sport events, together with the age-group World Championships will be among the highlights of the year. 2024 will conclude with the historic first edition of the World Team Championships, which are set to open a new era for the sport.
![Miniatura destacada](imagenes/home/destacado/img-detacado220240109093503.jpg)
#KarateSpirit
#KarateSpirit
The Karate world made history when the sport succeeded with its Olympic debut in the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020. Learn everything you need to know about Karate's Olympic debut and the WKF's Olympic campaign: #KarateSpirit
Guardian Girls Global Karate Project
The World Karate Federation (WKF), the Koyamada International Foundation (KIF) and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) have joined forces to launch the Guardian Girls Global Karate Project.
![Miniatura destacada](imagenes/home/destacado/img-detacado220221222085917.jpg)
NEWS
![Imagen noticia](imagenes/noticias/noticia20240416132043.jpg)
All you need to know about #Karate1Cairo
2024-04-16
The third event of the 2024 Karate 1-Premier League will be held from April 19 to 21 in Cairo (Egypt). The tournament is set to capture the attention of fans as it will be crucial in the quest to crown the next Grand Winners.
READ MORE![Imagen noticia](imagenes/noticias/noticia20240412082812.jpg)
WKF Official discusses progress of Karate with SportAccord President at SportAccord World Sport & Business Summit
2024-04-12
The Assistant General Secretary of the World Karate Federation (WKF) Davor Cipek conversed with the President of SportAccord Prof Dr Ugur Erdener during the SportAccord World Sport & Business Summit in Birmingham, UK to review the strides made in the world of karate and explore avenues for collaboration between the WKF and SportAccord.
READ MORE![Imagen noticia](imagenes/noticias/noticia20240412165659.jpg)
Karate 1 Premier League Returns to Cairo: Countdown to #Karate1Cairo 2024
2024-04-12
The stage is set for the third stop of the Karate 1 Premier League, the pinnacle of karate's international competition circuit. From April 19 to 21, Cairo, Egypt, will once again welcome the world's finest karatekas as they vie for supremacy in this prestigious tournament.
READ MORE![Imagen noticia](imagenes/noticias/noticia20240411094056.jpg)
Who will be the next Grand Winners?
2024-04-11
As the Karate 1 Premier League Cairo is about to start, the stage is set for a memorable showdown as competitors will clash to become the new Grand Winners of the Karate 1-Premier League.
READ MORE![Imagen noticia](imagenes/noticias/noticia20240411140428.jpg)
WKF President Antonio Espinós Welcomes Blaz Zibret of Slovenia in Madrid
2024-04-11
The World Karate Federation (WKF) President, Antonio Espinós, met with Blaz Zibret of Slovenia at the WKF headquarters in Madrid, Spain, on Friday.
READ MORE![Imagen noticia](imagenes/noticias/noticia20240410103513.jpg)
World Karate Federation and Islamic Solidarity Sports Association Discuss Collaboration at SportAccord Summit
2024-04-10
Representatives of the World Karate Federation (WKF) and the Islamic Solidarity Sports Association (ISSA) met in Birmingham, UK during the first day of the SportAccord World Sport & Business Summit to analyse different ways of cooperation.
READ MORE![Imagen noticia](imagenes/noticias/noticia20240403112932.jpg)
North American Karate Federation Training Camp and USA Open Thrive in Fort Worth, Texas
2024-04-03
The city of Fort Worth in Texas, United States hosted the North American Karate Federation International Training Camp and the USA Open this past week. One of the most prestigious events in the continent, the USA Open and International Training Camp showcased the popularity of Karate in the United States.
READ MORE![Imagen noticia](imagenes/noticias/noticia20240401135612.jpg)
Countdown to WKF Team World Championships to Begin with Launch of Official Bulletin
2024-04-01
In a groundbreaking move for the world of karate, the 2024 WKF Team World Championships to be held in Pamplona (Spain) are now on the horizon, signalling a new era for the sport. As the official bulletin for the event is unveiled, the countdown to what promises to be an electrifying showcase of talent and teamwork is officially kicked off.
READ MORE![Imagen noticia](imagenes/noticias/noticia20240326094631.jpg)
Who is leading the Karate 1 Premier League standing?
2024-03-26
The quest to become the new Grand Winners intensifies after the two first Karate 1 Premier League events of the year. Now that the season of 2024 Karate 1-Premier League reaches its halfway point, let's delve into the current standings across all the categories. Learn who is closer to be the “Best of the Best” of the year.
READ MORE![Imagen noticia](imagenes/noticias/noticia20240325163535.jpg)
WKF President Antonio Espinós Highlights Success of Karate Events in Europe at "Golden Belt" Tournament in Cacak
2024-03-25
The "Golden Belt" Tournament was held this past week in Cacak (Serbia) as it proved its status as one of Europe's premier karate events. Organised by the Serbian Karate Federation, the tournament showcased first-class karatekas and had WKF and EKF President Antonio Espinós in attendance.
READ MORE![Imagen noticia](imagenes/noticias/noticia20240317094457.jpg)
Watch Final Day of Karate 1 Premier League Antalya LIVE
2024-03-17
The final day of the Karate 1 Premier League Antalya kicks off, promising a thrilling showdown. Today's schedule features the intense bronze medal bouts and the gold medal bouts, both available on the WKF YouTube channel and a number of TV outlets around the world.
READ MORE![Imagen noticia](imagenes/noticias/noticia20240317164148.jpg)
World Champions Abdalla Abdelaziz, Moldir Zhangbyrbay and Youssef Badawy Lead Way to Gold at #Karate1Antalya
2024-03-17
The second Karate 1 Premier League of the season concluded today in a flurry of intense matches, showcasing the pinnacle of karate talent from around the globe. Defending World title-holders Abdalla Abdelaziz, Moldir Zhangburbay and Youssef Badawy and World ranking leaders Mo Sheung Grace Lau and Kakeru Nishiyama were among the big winners of the event.
READ MORE![Imagen noticia](imagenes/noticias/noticia20240316100853.jpg)
Watch Day 2 of #Karate1Antalya LIVE
2024-03-16
The highly anticipated Karate 1 Premier League Antalya tournament continues Saturday with day 2 of action. Competitors are gearing up for intense battles in the categories of Female Kumite -68kg, Male Kumite -67kg, Female Kumite -55kg, Male Kata, Female Kumite +68kg, and Male Kumite +84kg.
READ MORE![Imagen noticia](imagenes/noticias/noticia20240316153651.jpg)
Added Value of Karate at African Games Showcased by Visit of High Sport Officials
2024-03-16
In a demonstration of the tremendous added value of Karate to multi-sport international events, the first day of the Karate competition at the African Games in Accra witnessed a significant moment as the Executive Chairman of the Local Organising Committee for the 13th African Games Dr. Kwaku Ofosu-Asare, the Vice-Chairperson of the Technical Committee for the African Games (TCAG) Major General Ahmed Nasser attended the Karate competition.
READ MORE![Imagen noticia](imagenes/noticias/noticia20240316195850.jpg)
Day 2 of #Karate1Antalya Unveils Top Contenders to Clash for Gold
2024-03-16
The 2024 Karate 1 Premier League in Antalya entered its second day with an electrifying display of skill and determination as the world's best karate athletes vied for victory in six different categories. Olympians Ariel Torres and Elena Quirici and World Championships runner-up Maria Torres are among the heroes of the day.
READ MORE#KARATELIFE VIDEOS
#KARATELIFE PHOTOS