TEHRAN: Iran is set to send a delegation of 80 athletes to participate in the CSIT World Sports Games 2025, as announced by the President of the Federation of Amateur and Workers Sports in the Islamic Republic of Iran. The athletes will compete in various sports disciplines, including karate, athletics, table tennis, judo, 3x3 basketball, wrestling, and men's beach wrestling.
According to Islamic Republic News Agency, the CSIT World Sports Games, organized by the International Workers and Amateurs Sports Confederation, is a biennial event that attracts up to 6,000 participants from around the world. The 2025 edition of the event is scheduled to take place in Loutraki, Greece, from June 3 to June 8. This year, the CSIT has partnered with the International Jump Rope Union (IJRU) to host a competition alongside the World Sports Games, specifically targeting emerging countries and athletes not participating in the IJRU World Championships 2025.
Javad Ramzi, speaking to IRNA, emphasized the significance of the event for Iranian athletes and expressed optimism about their performance in the upcoming games. The inclusion of various sports disciplines provides a platform for Iranian competitors to showcase their talents on an international stage, contributing to the development and recognition of amateur and workers' sports in Iran.