Breaking news! Appointment of Roy Baker as ARISF Executive Board Member ARISF Executive Board has approved appointment of Mr. Roy Baker, WAKO President, as a Member of the ARISF Executive Board for the current term until 2029. Mr. Raffaele Chiuli, ARISF President, congratulated on this appointment, especially thanking M. Roy Baker for his continued commitment to ARISF and its Members. "We look forward to working closely with you and to the valuable contribution you will bring to the Executive Board," said Chiuli. WAKO President Baker said: "I am honored and sincerely grateful to the President and the ARISF Board for the trust and confidence they have placed in me through my appointment to the ARISF Executive Board. I accept this responsibility with great humility and a clear understanding that this role is one of service. To contribute to the continued growth and unity of the Olympic-recognised sports family, and to help strengthen the important role that our federations play in inspiring and serving athletes around the world. As President of WAKO, I am proud to represent the sport of kickboxing. I look forward to working collaboratively with my fellow Board members to promote good governance, innovation, solidarity, and the shared values of the Olympic Movement. It is both a privilege and an honor to serve. Together, I am confident we can continue to create meaningful opportunities for our sports, our athletes, and future generations." Roy Baker

TO ALL WAKO MEDITERRANEAN MEMBERS Dear Presidents and General Secretaries, On behalf of WAKO President Roy Baker and WAKO Mediterranean Kickboxing Federation President Salim Kayici, we are pleased to send the official invitation letter, attached herewith, containing all the information required to participate in the WAKO Mediterranean Games, which will be held in Taranto, Italy, from July 31 to August 2, 2026. Should you require any further information or assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us. We look forward to welcoming your delegation to Taranto! Kind regards, Barbara Falsoni WAKO Administration www.wako.sport

TO ALL WAKO MEMBERS Dear Presidents and Secretary Generals, The Uzbekistan Kickboxing Association warmly invites you ALL (Officials, Coaches, Referees, Athletes) to participate in the upcoming Uzbekistan Kickboxing World Cup 2026, that will be held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, from 13th to 18th October. Please find the Official Invitation Letter and related Forms herewith attached. This year things have been done bit differently compared to the previous World Cups to ensure maximum convenience and an even more enjoyable experience for all guests. The Opening Ceremony will take place on Wednesday, October 14, at 19:00. To create a truly unique experience, the ceremony will be organized in a separate spectacular arena - distinct from the main competition venue - and will be immediately followed by thrilling Professional Kickboxing Fights. The Uzbekistan Kickboxing Association is confident that everyone will thoroughly enjoy this magnificent show and the professional bouts.So please stay tuned; the organizer will provide more details soon regarding the fight card, including the lineup of international kickboxing stars who will be competing. For any questions or support, please feel free to contact via email - uzbka@inbox.ru - or via WhatsApp at +998 97 733 37 16. The Uzbekistan Kickboxing Association will do its absolute best to ensure you have an exceptional stay and is looking forward to welcoming you all to Tashkent! Best regards, Barbara Falsoni WAKO Administration www.wako.sport

Learn about WAKO’s Whereabouts and Registered Testing Pool (RTP) programs, ensuring transparency and compliance in kickboxing. Whereabouts & RTP Whereabouts As per WADC 5.5, WAKO has established a WAKO Registered Testing Pool of those Athletes who are required to provide whereabouts information in the manner specified in the International Standard for Testing and Investigations and who shall be subject to Consequences for DC 2.4 violations as provided in DC 10.3.2. WAKO shall coordinate with National Anti-Doping Organizations to identify such Athletes and to collect their whereabouts information. As per WADC 5.5, and in accordance with the International Standard for Testing and Investigations, it is the responsibility of each Athlete in the WAKO Registered Testing Pool to: (a) advise WAKO of his or her whereabouts on a quarterly basis, update that information as necessary so that it remains accurate and complete at all times; (b) make himself or herself available for Testing at such whereabouts. Definition of International-level athlete Within the overall pool of Athletes set out above who are bound by and required to comply with these Anti-Doping Rules, the following Athletes shall be considered to be International-Level Athletes for purposes of these Anti-Doping Rules, and therefore the specific provisions in these Anti-Doping Rules applicable to International-Level Athletes (e.g. Testing, TUEs, whereabouts information, Results Management, and appeals) shall apply to such Athletes: An Athlete who is National Champion in that given year and subsequent years where he/she is the official national Champion as recognized by the WAKO National Governing Body. An Athlete who has competed in a WAKO World Cup, or A/B class event in the last two years as defined in the WAKO Calendar. ADAMS The Web-based functionality ADAMS allows athletes to comply with the whereabouts rules of their sport by entering their information from anywhere in the world. Additionally, ADAMS supports the delegation of this responsibility to an authorized representative such as team manager, agent or other third party. Athletes can also modify their whereabouts through the use of SMS messaging to ADAMS. The system is available in various languages (English, French, Spanish, Chinese, Russian, Arabic, Dutch, German, Japanese, etc.). Athlete’s information form on ADAMS Athlete can login into ADAMS and find some help on: Website Who uses ADAMS and why? ADAMS is used by athletes, ADOs and their delegates, and WADA-accredited laboratories and WADA-approved laboratories for the Athlete Biological Passport (ABP) to support their day-to-day responsibilities related to anti-doping. For athletes, ADAMS is used for submitting their whereabouts. ADAMS can also be used for athletes to manage the application and recognition of TUEs. ADAMS allows ADOs to coordinate and manage: Athletes under their jurisdiction, including accessing athlete Whereabouts TUEs Test planning and execution Results Management ABP ADAMS is essential for laboratories and Athlete Passport Management Units (APMU) reporting and interpreting results. ADAMS facilitates paperless doping control (sample collection) through the DCO Central app. The module supports: Athlete Notification Form Doping Control Form (DCF) Chain of Custody Unsuccessful attempt (related to Whereabouts) Athlete refusal Doping Control Officer (DCO) Report

Discover WAKO’s safeguarding policies and initiatives designed to ensure the safety, well-being, and rights of all kickboxing participants. Safeguarding WAKO is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of safeguarding within the sport of kickboxing. Our commitment to ethical conduct is fundamental in protecting the integrity of our competitions and ensuring that all participants uphold these values. In this section, you will find safeguarding policies and documents that outline the codes of conduct for all participants in sport. These materials are designed to prevent violence, harassment, abuse, and any potential risks, while promoting a safe environment, inclusiveness, and ensuring that the spirit of competition remains untarnished. General Safeguarding Policy Of the Events In WAKO WAKO Safeguarding policy to protect participants in sport from harassment, abuse, neglect and other kinds of violence

Connect with WAKO’s Continental Federations. Explore official websites for updates on kickboxing activities across the globe. Offical websites of continental federations Connecting the World of Kickboxing WAKO’s global reach is supported by its dedicated Continental Federations, each playing a vital role in developing and promoting kickboxing across their respective regions. These federations serve as the backbone of WAKO’s international presence, fostering growth, collaboration, and excellence at every level. Explore the official websites of our Continental Federations to stay updated on regional events, news, and initiatives. Together, we are building a unified kickboxing community that spans continents and inspires athletes worldwide. Coming soon, please enjoy our video below while you wait!