World Boxing Surpasses 100 Members, Secures Olympic Future
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World Boxing has expanded its membership to over 100 national federations, now totaling 106, following the approval of 17 new applications. Established in 2023 amidst governance concerns with the International Boxing Association (IBA), World Boxing has been granted provisional recognition by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and will manage the boxing events at the 2028 Olympics. The organization's growth includes prominent boxing nations like Cuba and Ireland, solidifying its position in the sport and ensuring its Olympic future.
Key Points
World Boxing's membership has grown to 106 national federations after approving 17 new applications.
The organization was established in 2023 due to governance issues with the IBA.
World Boxing received provisional recognition from the IOC in February and will oversee boxing at the 2028 Olympics.
The IOC managed boxing at the Paris 2024 Olympics after stripping the IBA of recognition.
Boxing's inclusion in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics was confirmed by a unanimous IOC vote in March.
New members include boxing powerhouses Cuba and Ireland, along with Spain, Mexico, Afghanistan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates.
World Boxing's membership now includes most of the historically successful Olympic boxing nations.
The inaugural World Boxing world championships are scheduled for September in Liverpool.
