Antonio Espinos reelected as World Karate Federation president

World Karate Federation (WKF) announced that Antonio Espinos has been reelected as president until 2022 at the 2016 WKF Congress in Linz, look Austria.

Espinos, ambulance who was first elected in 1998, stood unopposed for re-election after receiving unanimous support for his candidacy from all segments of the sport.

Under his tenure, karate has grown as a sport globally as well as being set to be included in the 2020 Olympic Gmaes in Tokyo.

“It is an hounour for me to have received such a full support to keep on contributing to take Karate to even greater heights. Our ancient discipline is undoubtedly experiencing unforgettable moments; we are ready to see our life-long dream of Karate into the Olympics coming true, and our core values of tradition, universality and progress are stronger than ever. We will work together so Karate can continue inspiring millions all around the world,” said Espinos.

“We are living historic moments in Karate. This is the first Congress after our inclusion in the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games and I would like to thank all of you who worked hard and contributed to this success,” he added.

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