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Record registrations: already over 24’000 athletes joining World Masters Games
The World Masters Games 2027 Kansai has received a record number of registrations with more than one year to go to the Games. We are truly grateful…
Join your Masters Sport Community on Facebook !
Our Facebook Groups are the heartbeat of the World Masters Sport community. Each group is a dedicated space for athletes, coaches, and fans — where…
World Masters Sport strengthens capacity to deliver its strategic vision for Global Masters Sport
World Masters Sport continues its development journey following the Board’s approval of a new strategic framework and roadmap that will guide the…
Registrations now open for World Masters Games Kansai 2027
After years of anticipation and the difficult postponement caused by the global Covid-19 pandemic, the moment we have all been waiting for has…
Masters World Cup Cross Country ski held at Winter World Masters Games Finland 2028
World Masters Sport proudly announces that the Masters World Cup in Cross-Country Skiing 2028 (MWC 2028) will take place in Lahti in January 2028 as…
IMGA becomes World Masters Sport: A new global era for lifelong sport
After more than four decades of leading the global Masters sport movement, the International Masters Games Association today announces its new name:…
Historic Open Masters Games in Abu Dhabi concluded with spectacular Ceremony
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development and…
Teams unite at the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026
The Open Masters Games bring together athletes from around the world to compete in a wide range of team sports, proving that competitive spirit and…
World Masters Sport Leadership celebrating athletes and Board member Alex Mc Lin competing on court
President Sergii Bubka and members of World Masters Sport Board visited venues across the city to celebrate athletes, present medals, and experience…
Golden Oldie Radnaa Tseren (91) not slowing down anytime soon
At the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026, the track and field arena isn’t just for the young — or even the middle-aged. One competitor is rewriting…
Friendship at the heart of the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026
Medals matter, but friendship matters more. Beyond the finish lines, podiums, and personal bests lies something far more powerful: human connection….
President Sergii Bubka inspires with ‘Sport For Life’ message
Yesterday, the President of the World Masters Sport, Mr. Sergii Bubka, delivered the Welcome speech at the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026. The…
Robert Grew (UK): It’s never too late to return to a sport or discover a new one
We bump into Robert Grew and Jean Thomas (UK) watching the Basketball competitions. One thing they love about the Masters games is to be able to see…
Energetic opening day at Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026
Abu Dhabi witnessed an energetic start to the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 on Day 1 as athletes from around the world took to their respective…
Abu Dhabi welcomes the world with glittering show
In Zayed Sports City Stadium, the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 opened with a welcome ceremony that blended spectacle with local heritage: a…
President Sergii Bubka welcomes athletes while visiting Welcome Ceremony venue and Accreditation center
President Sergii Bubka made a spirited visit to the Welcome Ceremony venue and Accreditation Centre earlier today, setting an energetic tone just…
Tara Manson (38) wants to inspire her 5 boys to embrace Sport For Life
Tara Manson, mother of 5, arrived at the Games Village with three of her boys, taking in the atmosphere that makes events like this so special. For…
A Welcome Ceremony to remember: Global superstars await!
The moment is almost there… On 6 February, Abu Dhabi will light up the world stage with a Welcome Ceremony unlike anything seen before. Together…
Abu Dhabi getting ready to ignite the Open Masters Games 2026
With just four days to go, the energy in Abu Dhabi is impossible to miss. Across the city, venues are transforming, hubs are rising, stands are…
Launching Finland 2028: Nothing stops us!
Two years to go ! The countdown is on. In January 2028, Finland welcomes the world to the Winter World Masters Games, the largest winter multi-sport…
A medal worth the journey: Abu Dhabi reveals the symbol of the Games
Let the journey begin ! The excitement is building as Open Masters Games 2026 took another thrilling step forward with the official medal reveal in…
Excitement grows after inspection visit Winter World Masters Games 2028
The road to the Winter World Masters Games 2028 took an exciting step forward last week as the World Masters Sport completed a comprehensive…
World Masters Sport Annual General Meeting: Transformative year and future growth
The World Masters Sport convened its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 19 November, bringing together member federations and host cities from around…
Launch of first-ever Brazilian Masters Games in 2026
After years of anticipation, CBEM Brazil (Confederação Brasileira de Esportes Masters) has announced the creation of the first Brazilian Masters…
World Masters Sport at the UN Tourism General Assembly 2025
The UN Tourism General Assembly convened its 45th Plenary Session last week, bringing together global leaders, industry stakeholders and…
Together we move: ‘Walk to Mars’ ahead of Open Masters Games 2026
The Organising Committee of Abu Dhabi 2026 has officially launched Walk to Mars, a global movement encouraging adults everywhere to get active in…
The Road to Abu Dhabi: Almost 100 Days to Go !
The countdown is on — we almost arrive at 100 days until athletes from all over the world arrive in Abu Dhabi to compete, connect, and make history….
Join our exclusive webinar series for Abu Dhabi 2026
As excitement builds toward the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026, the organising committee is launching a series of interactive webinars designed…
Highlights from the UAE Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka
Inspiring moments at Expo 2025 Osaka, where the UAE Pavilion hosted the panel discussion “From Abu Dhabi to Kansai: A Legacy for the Future of…
Countdown: 723 days to go for Open Masters Games Como 2027
The organising committee for the Open Masters Games Como 2027, together with Dr. Federica Picchi, Undersecretary for Youth and Sport of region…
Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 hosts Partner Summit in preparation for event
The Organising Committee of the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 successfully hosted its Sponsors Summit. The summit shed light on key milestones…
Japan will offer a unique blend of sport, culture and tourism at the World Masters Games 2027
Japan is preparing to open its doors to athletes from around the world for the World Masters Games 2027. This celebration of sport and camaraderie…
Spectacular venues in stunning scenery await for World Masters Games 2027 Kansai
During day two of the coordination visit, The World Masters Sport team held a meeting with the Organising Committee of the 2027 Kansai World Masters…
Sergii Bubka Visits Expo 2025 Osaka with 2027 World Masters Games leaders
The World Expo 2025 in Osaka welcomed Olympic legend and President of the World Masters Sport, Sergii Bubka, together with Mori Takeo, CEO of the…
President Sergii Bubka and World Masters Sport Administration preparing to visit Japan next week
In a significant milestone for the World Masters Games (WMG), Mr. Sergii Bubka, President of the World Masters Sport, met with Mr. Masayoshi…
World Masters Sport Executive Committee holds strategic workshop during WTT Smash in Malmö, Sweden
The Executive Committee of the World Masters Sport gathered in Malmö, Sweden for a strategic meeting with JTA during the prestigious WTT Smash…
New World Masters Sport website coming soon
Earlier this year, imga.ch experienced technical issues that affected parts of our website and some of the services our community relies on. We want…
Sports and Fun at the Indoor Summer Festival in Abu Dhabi
Every summer, as the temperatures soar across the UAE, residents and visitors alike seek cool, engaging ways to stay active and entertained….
Official launch of the Open Masters Games Como Lake 2027
The Open Masters Games Como Lake 2027, another high-profile World Masters Sport sporting event, will take place from September 17 to 26, 2027, and…
Logo revealed for Open Masters Games 2026 Abu Dhabi
The Organising Committee of the Open Masters Games Abu Dhabi 2026 has unveiled its official event logo. Reflecting Emirati heritage, the design…
World Masters Sport Statement
The World Masters Games in Taipei and New Taipei City brought together 26,000 participants in 35 different sports across two weeks. The World…
World Masters Sport President Sergii Bubka praises the inspirational Games in Taipei and New Taipei City
The World Masters Games 2025 Taipei & New Taipei City has successfully concluded. World Masters Sport President Sergii Bubka shared his thoughts…
Canberra boys played their 8th edition of World Masters Games: “Brilliant Games!”
The World Masters Games 2025 Taipei & New Taipei’s Men’s Football (11-man open) 65+ Gold Medal Game took place today. “Taipei Team”, led by Yu…
The World Masters Games 2025 Taipei & New Taipei City “WE ARE THE WORLD”
The Games, the first-ever sporting event jointly hosted by Taipei and New Taipei City, embody the vision of “Sport for Life and Sports for…
Surf Livesaving at WMG2025: French Jocelyne Laporte wins gold in 55+ race
The Summer breeze is here! The World Masters Games 2025 Taipei & New Taipei City Lifesaving events kicked off today at the New Taipei City…
2025 World Masters Games Forges Friendships forever
The World Masters Games 2025 Taipei & New Taipei City drew more than 25,000 athletes from home and abroad to register, with total participation…
Canoe Slalom Begins at the World Masters Games. International Canoeists praise the venue.
The thrilling Canoe Slalom began at WMG2025 at the Annong River International Canoe Slalom Waterway in Yilan, the first international event ever…
‘You Have to Fall to Win Gold!’ From Car Crash to Champion
The serious crash a year ago couldn’t defeat her, but tempered a stronger self! Sports influencer Lin Yi-Ling (aka Eva) endured an operation in her…
World Masters Sport President Bubka lauds the high standard of the World Masters Games: “A Great Success”
With the World Masters Games 2025 Taipei & New Taipei City opening its schedule, President of the World Masters Sport Sergii Bubka also arrived…
The Triathlon Launches with 700+ Athletes Taking on Plum Blossom Lake
Triathlon kicked off its two-day schedule at WMG2025 at Plum Blossom Lake in Yilan. Day One featured Sprint Distance and Aquathlon, which were…
The Fastest Grandpa Won His Fifth Gold. Tseren: I am participating in WMG at 95!
Mongolian Radnaa Tseren proved once again that he not only is the fastest 90+ runner on the face of the earth, but also the one that the 80+ runners…
500 athletes Joined Orienteering Embracing Sports as a “Map for Life”
Unprecedented sports exploration and experience are unlocked at the World Masters Games 2025 Taipei & New Taipei City, with Orienteering kicking…
Taekwondo Legend Crosses into Fencing, Saying “It’s a Way to Love Oneself”
Winning two gold medals at the Olympics in Taekwondo as a demonstration sport, Chen Yi-An is dubbed as “First Generation Taekwondo…
French athlete Lucas Schaefer Takes Judo Gold at WMG 2025
“I won the world championship for the first time!” Lucas Schaefer said. French Judo coach Lucas Schaefer showed prowess of “Sode…
Inspiring Wins: Tang (97) and Chen (95) Take Gold, Para Athlete Chang Achieves Personal Best
Swimming started at the World Masters Games 2025 Taipei & New Taipei City today (18th) at Tianmu Campus, University of Taipei. 97-year-old…
South-African Ruffie Moola joined every World Masters Games since Edmonton 2005
In an age where too many people are content to let go of their physical passions as the years roll by, one South African Masters athlete is…
Competitions kicked off at World Masters Games: A Spectacle of Spirit and Sportsmanship
The 2025 World Masters Games officially roared to life yesterday as the first day of competition unfolded across arenas, tracks, courts, and fields,…
Sergii Bubka visits venues and cheers on the athletes at World Masters Games 2025
Sergii Bubka, President of World Masters Sport and legendary pole vault champion with 35 World Records, brought an added spark of inspiration during…
Celebrating ageless passion at the Welcome Ceremony of the World Masters Games 2025
The Welcome Ceremony of the World Masters Games 2025 Taipei & New Taipei City took place tonight (May 17) at the Taipei Dome, launching this…
Anticipation Builds Ahead of the Welcome Ceremony for World Masters Games 2025
Excitement is reaching its peak as the Masters community turns its eyes to the upcoming Welcome Ceremony of the World Masters Games 2025, set to…
Welcome Kits represent a sustainable celebration of global sportsmanship
As the world gears up for the World Masters Games Taipei 2025, sustainability and thoughtful design are front and center in the event’s…
Where to Find the Schedule, Results and Livestreams for the 2025 World Masters Games
The 2025 World Masters Games, taking place from May 17 to 30 in Taipei and New Taipei City, Taiwan, is on its way: numerous multi-sport competitions…
The World Masters Games 2025: A Massive Undertaking of Sport, Spirit, and Unity
The World Masters Games 2025 promises to be an inspiring event, bringing together athletes from all corners of the globe to compete in 35 different…
Festive World Masters Games village expo opens in city center Taipei
Ready to welcome athletes from all over the world With just few days to go before the opening of the World Masters Games 2025 Taipei & New…
Running Strong: Anne Tan Kendrick’s Journey to the World Masters Games
Dr. Anne Tan Kendrick, rediscovered her love for athletics through Masters sport. After a cancer diagnosis forced her to step away, she used sport…
“Strongwin” Initiative Unites Communities Through Sport
As anticipation builds for the 2025 World Masters Games in Taipei and New Taipei City, a unique grassroots initiative is winning hearts and…
From Olympic Bronze to World Masters Games: Elva Adams’ Next Taekwondo Challenge
Elva Adams has been practicing Taekwondo for nearly 40 years, earning a 7th-degree black belt and an Olympic bronze medal along the way. From…
Michiel Wienese: Defending His Title at Lombardy 2024 After Winning Gold in Innsbruck
I am Michiel Wienese, a 44 year old civil engineer and entrepreneurial person from Amsterdam with a huge interest in Wintersports on high level. My…
Want to take part in the World Masters Games Taipei 2025 ? Find your sport !
Here’s everything you need to know The 2025 World Masters Games will take place from 17 – 30 May 2025 and includes over 30 sports. Last chance to…
Masters Athletes celebrated by Kate Caithness at Curling and Farewell Ceremony
The farewell celebration of the Pan American Masters Games 2024 marked the end of a memorable and vibrant event, including 24 sports and festive…
World Masters Sport awards Winter World Masters Games 2028 to Lahti Finland
At its board meeting held on Friday 12 July 2024, the World Masters Sport awarded the Winter World Masters Games 2028 to be organised in Lahti,…
Bea Graves still making friends for life at the Masters Games
Can you present yourself in one paragraph ? E.g. Some brief information about yourself and your story My name is Bea Graves, I primarily play beach…
Thousands of Medals Handed Out in Over Hundreds of Medal Ceremonies at 2024 Winter Games Lombardy
With hundreds of medal ceremonies, spanning across 10 different sports and catering to ages from 30 and beyond, the 2024 Winter World Masters Games…
Perth Unveiled as Host City for World Masters Games 2029
On the 13th of December 2023, the city of Perth, Australia, took center stage as the upcoming host city for the much-anticipated 2029 World Masters…
The Medals for 2024 Winter World Masters Games Sourced From Italian Sustainable Forests
Focusing on, and respect for nature and the environment clearly unite the nine localities, and the medals are both the symbol of sporting excellence…
President Sergey Bubka: Sporting Icon and Hero of Ukraine celebrates his 60th birthday
As our President Sergey Bubka celebrates his 60th birthday, it is a perfect time to reflect on his remarkable sports achievements in pole vault on…
It’s Happening! Cleveland 2024 Opens Registrations 20 September 9AM EST
This summer World Masters Sport events kicked off again after a long period without events due to the Covid pandemic. Thousands of athletes gathered…
World Masters Ski Orienteering Championship 2024 at Winter World Masters Games in Lombardia
World Masters Ski Orienteering Championships will be a part of the Winter World Masters Games in Lombardia, Italy in January 2024. Thereby the ski…
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Michael Read (80): King of the English Channel
From a childhood battle with polio to King of the English Channel (1979 – 2005) with 33 crossings to date, Olympic selection, and an MBE. Michael Read has spent seven decades proving that it is never too late to begin, and never time to stop. There are moments…
Record registrations: already over 24’000 athletes joining World Masters Games
The World Masters Games 2027 Kansai has received a record number of registrations with more than one year to go to the Games. We are truly grateful for the enthusiasm shown by people around the world, following the difficult decision to postpone the Games due to the…
Join your Masters Sport Community on Facebook !
Our Facebook Groups are the heartbeat of the World Masters Sport community. Each group is a dedicated space for athletes, coaches, and fans — where you can find training partners, share results, discover upcoming events, and stay connected with your global Masters…
World Masters Sport strengthens capacity to deliver its strategic vision for Global Masters Sport
World Masters Sport continues its development journey following the Board’s approval of a new strategic framework and roadmap that will guide the organisation’s next phase of growth. With a strong focus on sport for life, health, and inclusion without limits, the…
Registrations now open for World Masters Games Kansai 2027
After years of anticipation and the difficult postponement caused by the global Covid-19 pandemic, the moment we have all been waiting for has arrived: registrations for the Kansai 2027 World Masters Games are officially open. Together with the Organising Committee,…
Masters World Cup Cross Country ski held at Winter World Masters Games Finland 2028
World Masters Sport proudly announces that the Masters World Cup in Cross-Country Skiing 2028 (MWC 2028) will take place in Lahti in January 2028 as part of the Winter World Masters Games 2028 The event is expected to be the largest sport on the Winter World Masters…