Chengdu to host 2nd World Games in March , 128 athletes to gun for glory
The International World Games Association (IWGA) is thrilled to announce that the 2nd edition of The World Games Series (TWGS) will take place in Chengdu, China, from 28 -30 March 2025 at the Chengdu Sport University Sancha Lake Campus.
After the successful inaugural event, in Hong Kong, China, in October 2024, TWG Series continues to bring world-class athletes together, offering them additional international exposure. This event will serve as one of the qualifiers for The World Games 2025, offering coveted spots in three featured sports.
Underwater
World Underwater Federation, CMAS, Life Saving (International Life Saving Federation, ILS) and Boules Sports (World Pétanque and Boules Federation, WPBF) are featured on the three-day programme.
A total of 128 athletes will compete, achieving full gender parity.
64 in Underwater (Finswimming: 24 men, 24 women; Freediving 8 men, 8 women)
48 in Life Saving (24 men, 24 women)
16 in Boules Sports (8 men, 8 women)
Qualifications
With qualification spots up for grabs, the stakes have never been higher, and the performances are expected to set the stage for an unforgettable edition of The World Games later this year, from 7-17 August.
All events will be qualifier for The World Games 2025.
Quota places for TWG 2025 will be allocated following this second leg, as follows:
Boules Sports
Pétanque (discipline), Precision shooting (event): 2 places in total: 1 man, 1 woman
Life Saving
The 3 participating Chinese athletes will qualify for TWG 2025
Underwater
In Finswimming: the races’ winners will qualify if they haven’t qualified so far. Up to 12 spots will be up for grabs but the total number of qualifications will likely be 1 or 2.
4 places in Freediving: 2 athletes per gender
A rehearsal to The World Games 2025
The Chengdu Sport University Sancha Lake Campus, the venue for TWG Series #2, will also host The World Games 2025. As such, the TWG Series will act as a real-life test event, allowing organisers and the participating International Federations to assess operations, functionalities, and fine-tune preparations for the main event.
IWGA President, José Perurena, expressed his excitement about Chengdu hosting the event:
“We are delighted to bring our newest event to Chengdu, a city we know well for its hospitality and perfect blend of tradition and innovation. This event not only highlights the athletes’ road to The World Games 2025 but also reinforces our commitment to creating a platform where the best in the world can shine. Chengdu promises to deliver a great experience for athletes and sports fans just five months before our signature event.”
