The History of the World Kickboxing Championship
The World Kickboxing Championship (WKC) is an international kickboxing event that has been held annually since its inception in 1985. It is one of the longest-running and most prestigious kickboxing tournaments in the world, bringing together the best kickboxers from across the globe. The WKC has been a major contributor to the growth of the sport and has seen the likes of legends such as Ray Sefo, Jerome LeBanner, and Peter Aerts become some of the most successful kickboxers in history.The WKC was founded in 1985 by the Japan Kickboxing Federation (JKF) with the intention of creating a unified kickboxing event that could bring together the best kickboxers from around the world. The tournament was initially held in Tokyo, Japan, and featured competitors from Japan, Holland, South Korea, France, and the United States. The tournament was a huge success and soon grew to become an international event with competitors from over 20 countries.The tournament is now held in a different location each year and features a variety of different weight classes. The tournament is divided into four categories: Lightweight (up to 70kg), Middleweight (71-85kg), Heavyweight (86-100kg), and Super Heavyweight (over 100kg). There is also a Super Fight category which features the world’s best kickboxers from any weight class.The tournament has seen some of the biggest names in kickboxing compete for the title of World Champion. Some of the most notable champions include Peter Aerts, Jerome LeBanner, and Ray Sefo. The WKC has also featured some of the most talented up-and-coming kickboxers such as Gokhan Saki, Yoshihiro Akiyama, and Tyrone Spong.The WKC is an important event for the world of kickboxing and has helped to promote the sport and make it more accessible to the public. The tournament has seen some of the most exciting fights in kickboxing history and has helped to elevate the sport to new heights. The tournament has also helped to create some of the most iconic kickboxers in the world, who have gone on to become household names.The WKC is a prestigious event that has helped to shape the world of kickboxing and has been a major contributor to the growth of the sport. The tournament has seen some of the greatest kickboxers in history compete for the title of World Champion and has helped to promote the sport to a larger audience. The WKC is an event that continues to bring excitement and entertainment to the kickboxing world and will no doubt continue to do so for many years to come.
