On 10 October 2026, the opening ceremony of the XXXI Azerbaijan Championship and Republic Championship, organised by the Azerbaijan Kickboxing Federation with the support of the Ministry of Youth and Sports, took place at the Sərhədçi Olympic Sports Centre. The ceremony began with the National Anthem, followed by a minute of silence in memory of the martyrs who gave their lives for the freedom and territorial integrity of the country.
The opening was attended by the federation's honorary president Adil Əliyev, its president Orxan Əliyev, official representatives of the federation and guests of honour.
The senior Azerbaijan Championship and the Republic Championship for younger cadets cover 9–11 October, with bouts held on 10 and 11 October in 2 rings and on 2 tatamis. Baku teams went through the official weigh-in on 8 October and regional teams on 9 October, under the supervision of the Weigh-in and Credentials Commission. The federation had announced in advance that the draw would be held fully electronically.
According to the list published by the federation, 440 athletes from 79 clubs are taking part. There are 378 male athletes: 74 in the 6–8 age group, 209 in the 9–11 age group and 95 senior men.
As the federation announced beforehand, the champions, by representing Azerbaijan at the European Championship, will get a chance to qualify for the 2027 European Games in Türkiye. The federation wishes all participants success.
Source: WAKO Azerbaijan (Facebook)