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India to Host 47th World Armwrestling Championship in New Delhi
✍️ Asianet Newsable
🗓 30 Oct 2026, 08:36 AM
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India will stage the 47th World Armwrestling Championship in New Delhi in 2026, marking a significant milestone for the sport in the country.
India has been selected to host the 47th edition of the World Armwrestling Championship, scheduled to take place in New Delhi in 2026. The decision comes after a successful bid that highlighted the country’s growing interest and infrastructure for the sport.
The championship will bring together top armwrestling athletes from around the globe, providing a platform for competition and cultural exchange. Organizers expect the event to boost local interest in armwrestling and to showcase India’s capacity to host international sporting tournaments.
Officials from the International Armwrestling Federation confirmed the venue details and will work closely with the Indian government to ensure the event meets global standards. The championship is anticipated to attract significant media coverage and tourism to the capital.
The championship will bring together top armwrestling athletes from around the globe, providing a platform for competition and cultural exchange. Organizers expect the event to boost local interest in armwrestling and to showcase India’s capacity to host international sporting tournaments.
Officials from the International Armwrestling Federation confirmed the venue details and will work closely with the Indian government to ensure the event meets global standards. The championship is anticipated to attract significant media coverage and tourism to the capital.