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- WAKO Mediterranean Games31 July 2026 | 07:00Via Cesare Battisti, 74121 Taranto TA, Italy
- 31st Hungarian Kickboxing World Cup & Hungarian Kickboxing Open 202627 August 2026 | 18:00Budapest, Dózsa György út 1, 1146 Hungary
- WAKO World Championship (All Disciplines) for Children, Cadets and Juniors18 September 2026 | 07:00Piazza Brescia 11, 30016 JESOLO LIDO (VENICE) - ITALY
Blog Posts (57)
- Breaking News
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
- WAKO Mediterranean Games, which will be held in Taranto, Italy, from July 31 to August 2, 2026.
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
- Uzbekistan Kickboxing World Cup 2026, that will be held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, from 13th to 18th October.
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
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- Board of Directors - Leadership of WAKO Kickboxing
Meet WAKO’s Board of Directors, the leaders driving the growth and development of kickboxing worldwide. Explore their roles and contributions. Honorary President Mr. Ennio Falsoni Date of Birth: 04-04-1946. Role in NF: Honorary President. Nationality: Italian. Hobbies: Tennis, golf, reading. Grade: 6th degree. Main Profession: Consultant. President Mr Roy Baker Date of Birth: 23-03-1965. Role in NF: President. Nationality: Irish. Hobbies: Table tennis, running, cross fit. Grade: 10th degree. Main Profession: Director of SSE. Vice President, General Secretary and WAKO EUROPE President Mr. Espen Lund Date of Birth: 07-09-1964. Role in NF: General Secretary. Nationality: Norwegian. Hobbies: Running, skiing and swimming. Main Profession: Sports administration. Vice President and WAKO PANAM President Mr. Paulo Zorello Date of Birth: 26-01-1960. Role in NF: President. Nationality: Brazilian. Hobbies: Bodybuilding, mountain biking, hiking and trail hike. Grade: 7th degree. Main Profession: Sports manager, businessman and farmer. Vice Presidents Mrs. Francesca Falsoni Date of Birth: 08-02-1974. Role in NF: Counselor and representative in WAKO. Nationality: Italian. Hobbies: Yoga, fitness, travels. Grade: / Main Profession: Business lawyer and entrepreneur. Mr. Donato Milano Date of Birth: 22-04-1961. Role in NF: President. Nationality: Italian. Hobbies: Sailing and Diving. Grade: 8th Dan Black Belt. Main Profession: Sport Management Director. Mr. Salim Kayici Date of Birth: 21-12-1966. Role in NF: President. Nationality: Turkish. Hobbies: Kickboxing, Taekwondo, Music. Grade: 9th Dan Black Belt. Main Profession: Government Official. Mr. Istvan Kiraly Date of Birth: 21-11-1966. Role in NF: Vice President. Nationality: Hungarian. Hobbies: Shooting and reading. Grade: 7th degree. Main Profession: Owner of companies. Board Members Mr. Carlos Ramjanali Date of Birth: 18-05-1960. Role in NF: Vice President. Nationality: Portuguese. Hobbies: Golf and Reading. Grade: 8th Dan Black Belt. Main Profession: Businessman Mrs. Lucinda Edwards Date of Birth: 09-11-1965 Role in NF: Director and General Secretary Nationality: British Hobbies: Martial Arts and working with children with special needs Grade: 7th Dan Black Belt Main Profession: Kickboxing GB Administration Mr. Nikolaus Gstattner Date of Birth: 02-11-1963. Role in NF: Management-Director (President). Nationality: Austrian. Hobbies: Kickboxing. Main Profession: Geschäftsführer der Sparte Handel der Wirtschaftskammer Kärnten. Mrs. Katarzyna Kociszewska-Palacz Date of Birth: 25-04-1964. Role in NF: Representative in WAKO, Chair of Women in Sport Committee, member of POC Women in Sport Committee. Nationality: Polish. Hobbies: Beekeeping, ecological gardening, biographies. Main Profession: Owner of SPORT MASTERS Co., president of the Foundation for Sports Champions, chair of a limited partnership SPORT MASTERS. Mr. Tomaz Barada Date of Birth: 15-11-1973 Role in NF: Board member Nationality: Slovenian Hobbies: Cycling…all sports Grade: 5th Dan Black Belt Main Profession: Sport Instructor Mr. Ali Ali Haji Mohamed Khoori Date of Birth: 07-04-1976 Role in NF: Board Member of the UAE Muay Thai and Kickboxing Federation (MKFED) Nationality: United Arab Emirates Hobbies: Chess, Running, Reading, Adventures & Travelling, Follow up with The World of Watchmaking. Grade: N/A Main Profession: Director Supply Chain, Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA). Mr. Zsolt Moradi Date of Birth: 03-06-1988. Role in NF: Member of WAKO Hungary Executive Board of Directors. Nationality: Hungarian. Hobbies: Sports, Reading, Gastronomy. Grade: Master of Science in Sport Management. Main Profession: Diplomat. Mrs. Michaela Kovacova Date of Birth: 19-04-1988. Role in NF: Board member of Slovak Kickboxing Union, Chairman of Referee Committee for Tatami and Ring Sports. Nationality: Slovakya. Hobbies: Kickboxing, Refereeing. Grade: A class Referee Ring sports. Main Profession: CEO/director of company for selling fitness equipments and sports clothes. Mr. Aslam Mahomed Date of Birth: 03-12-1979. Role in NF: Executive member. Nationality: South Africa. Hobbies: Kickboxing, Swimming, Fishing and Surfing. Grade: Black belt. Main Profession: Optometrist and Businessman. Mr. Dario Alexander Alvarado Gonzalez Date of Birth: 27-02-1973 Role in NF: President Nationality: Venezuelan Grade: Graduation in international Business with postgrads studies in Logistics, Customs and foreign Trade Main Profession: Businessman
- Official Reports - WAKO Governance & Activities
Access WAKO’s official reports, highlighting key activities, decisions, and developments in the global kickboxing community. Official Reports Under this section you can find: – official reports of each WAKO Continental Division’s annual activity; – official reports of WAKO World Cups prepared by the WAKO Organizing Committee. WAKO World Cup 2026 - Thailand WAKO Hungarian World Cup (Budapest) – Report 2025 WAKO Italian World Cup (Jesolo) – Report 2025 WAKO Thailand World Cup 2025 (Bangkok) – Report 2025 WAKO Turkish World Cup (Antalya) – Report 2025 Turkish Open WAKO World Cup - Report 2024 (5 MB) The World Combat Games 2023 (7 MB) WAKO AFRICA Report 2022 (670 KB) WAKO EUROPE Report 2022 (7 MB) WAKO PANAM Report 2022 (3 MB) Uzbekistan Open 2022- Official Report (5 MB) 7th International Turkish Open Kickboxing World Cup 2022 (8 MB) WAKO World Cup 2020 Irish Open Official Report (7 MB) WAKO PANAM Report 2018 (1,001 KB) WAKO Cadets & Juniors World Championships 2018 19 Result Book Compressed (4 MB) Irish Open 2016 WAKO World Cup (5 MB) WAKO Italian Kickboxing World Cup (Jesolo) - Report 2024 (9 MB) European Games 2023 - Report (7 MB) WAKO ASIA Report 2022 (5 MB) WAKO OCEANIA Report 2022 (656 KB) The World Games 2022 - Official Report (2 MB) 27th Hungarian Kickboxing World Cup 2022 (9 MB) WAKO ASIA Report 2021 (1,007 KB) WAKO EUROPE Report 2018 (6 MB) WAKO Oceania Report 2018 (648 KB) WAKO Media Report For Championships EC Maribor 2018 (495 KB) The Austrian Classics 2016 WAKO World Cup (7 MB)
- Disqualified Athletes - WAKO Anti-Doping Compliance
Access the list of disqualified athletes under WAKO’s anti-doping regulations, promoting transparency and fair competition in kickboxing. Disqualified Athletes Here below you can download a document containing a list of persons whose punishment for the violation of anti-doping rules is currently running. National and International sport association in charge, as well as WADA, can request data of persons whose punishment for violation of anti-doping rules has expired, in accordance with Law. Disqualified Athletes_update 25.07.2025.pdf







