Is kickboxing an Olympic sport?

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As of now, kickboxing is not an official Olympic sport. However, it's gaining global recognition and is governed by organizations like WAKO (World Association of Kickboxing Organizations), which was officially recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in 2021. This recognition is an important...
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As of now, kickboxing is not an official Olympic sport. However, it's gaining global recognition and is governed by organizations like WAKO (World Association of Kickboxing Organizations), which was officially recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in 2021. This recognition is an important step toward potential inclusion in future Olympic Games, but it hasn't yet been added to the official Olympic program. read less
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