The Uzbekistan World Cup 2024 inspires with thrilling fights and international elite

Spektakel in Taschkent:

The Uzbekistan World Cup 2024 Thrills with Exciting Fights and International Elite

The Uzbekistan World Cup 2024 was a spectacular debut and set new standards in international kickboxing. As the first World Cup event held in Uzbekistan, it attracted over 2,500 athletes from 40 nations to the capital, Tashkent, where they participated in four days of thrilling fights and unforgettable moments.

An Explosive Start

The event kicked off with an impressive opening ceremony that set the tone for the days ahead for both participants and spectators. The fights began the next day with full intensity. In a total of 9 Tatami and 5 ring events, the athletes competed against each other. The diversity of disciplines and the high level of the fighters immediately created excitement and thrills.

International Flair and Top Performances

With participants from 40 nations, the Uzbekistan World Cup 2024 offered a true showcase of international combat sports. Athletes from Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas displayed their skills in various kickboxing disciplines. Particularly exciting were the duels between established nations like Italy, Russia, and Germany, who continued their rivalries on the Tatami and in the ring.

The Highlight: The Saturday Gala

One of the absolute highlights of the event was undoubtedly the Gala on Saturday evening. In 15 top-class matches, which were highly anticipated, the best fighters of the tournament faced off. Spectators witnessed breathtaking techniques, intense fights, and dramatic twists that brought the hall to life. The Gala highlighted the high standard of the event and added another thrilling chapter to the tournament's story.

Debut for CENTURY

Another special feature of the Uzbekistan World Cup was the debut participation of the renowned martial arts equipment provider CENTURY at a WAKO event in Asia. As an official partner of the event, CENTURY showcased its high-quality products, which were enthusiastically embraced by many athletes. CENTURY's involvement underscores the growing importance of the Asian market in international kickboxing.

A New Highlight in the Combat Sports Calendar

The Uzbekistan World Cup made history. With a successful debut, top-class fights, and an impressive international presence, this tournament is undoubtedly a new highlight in the calendar of the World Association of Kickboxing Organizations (WAKO).

The Uzbekistan World Cup 2024 was not only a success for athletes and fans but also a sign that kickboxing is on the rise in Uzbekistan and will surely play an even greater role in international combat sports in the future.

WAKO APPROVED EQUIPMENT

The World Association of Kickboxing Organizations (WAKO) is the largest international organization for kickboxing, with over 3 million active members. WAKO became a member of the World Sports Association (now GAISF) in 2006 and has been recognized by the IOC since 2018. WAKO Kickboxing is recognized as the 37th member of the World Games Family (IWGA) and was included in the 2017 World Games.

As a major milestone, WAKO was recognized by the International Olympic Committee on November 30, 2018, and is now part of the Olympic family. WAKO organizes continental and world championships every two years (in all seven disciplines), as well as World and Continental Cups and open tournaments for cadets, juniors, and seniors in both male and female divisions, where only national teams are allowed to participate. WAKO Kickboxing includes 7 competition disciplines.

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