Sport and Event Histories
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About the Fencing World ChampionshipsIn 1913 the Federation Internationale d’Escrime (FIE, International Fencing Federation) was established. Before that time individual fencers would claim the title of world champion and fight against contenders but there...
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About the Diving World Championships
The World Diving Championships are part of the World Aquatics Championships, which after the pandemic period in 2020 are held every other year in odd-numbered years. In addition to diving,...
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About the Cycling Track World Championships
The first track cycling world championships were held in Chicago, USA in 1893, organized by the International Cycling Association (ICA). Since then, the world championships have been held every year,...
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About China Open Badminton
The China Open is a tournament held in China, first time in 1986. Since then, the tournament has been held annually, with a few exceptions, including in the years 2020-22...