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22nd IKF World Kempo Championship 2026 — Official Results
The 22nd IKF World Kempo Championship took place in Antalya, Turkey from April 20–26, 2026, featuring Traditional Kempo, Fighting Kempo, and MMA categories. A total of 718 athletes from 38 countries competed, with Turkey finishing second in the team standings with 197 medals.
Read Full StoryAsian Open 2026 announced — Tehran to host
The Asia Kempo Committee confirms that Tehran will host the 2026 Asian Open Championship, expected to welcome athletes from more than 30 countries across the continent.
Read MoreIranian athletes shine at 2026 IKF World Championship
Mojtaba Nasiri won 4 gold medals in Submission, Knockdown, Full-Kempo, and Kempo MMA — leading Iran to a 5th-place team finish at the 22nd IKF World Kempo Championship.
Read More23rd IKF World Kempo Championship 2027 — Tunisia
The Hungarian Kempo Association has confirmed that the 23rd IKF World Kempo Championship will take place in April 2027 in Hammamet, Tunisia. Preparations are underway.
Read MoreInternational Refereeing Seminar held in Jakarta
The Asia Kempo Committee hosted an international refereeing seminar in Jakarta, bringing together 40 officials from across Asia for certification and rule updates.
Read MoreAsia rises in global IKF ranking
Japan and Iran secure top positions in the latest IKF world ranking, with Asian athletes dominating the top 10 in multiple weight categories.
Read MoreIKF General Assembly held in Budapest
IKF member federations gathered in Budapest for the annual General Assembly, discussing the 2026–2030 strategic plan and new competition rules for all disciplines.
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22nd IKF World Kempo Championship Results
Official results from the 22nd IKF World Kempo Championship held in Antalya, Turkey. 718 athletes from 38 countries competed across all disciplines.
Read on IKF23rd IKF World Championship — Tunisia 2027
The 23rd edition of the IKF World Kempo Championship will be held in April 2027 in Hammamet, Tunisia. More details to be announced.
Read on IKFIKF Official Competition Rules Updates
The IKF has released updated competition rules for Semi-Kempo, Full-Kempo, Knockdown, Submission, Kata, and all other disciplines.
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