Mexico's Elite Kickboxing Warriors Set for Pan American Battle in Chile

Mexican kickboxers are ready to compete at the 2024 Pan American Championship in Chile. The team aims to qualify for the Chengdu 2025 World Games. They've been training hard and their ultimate goal is to see kickboxing included in the Olympics.

Mexico's Elite Kickboxing Warriors Set for Pan American Battle in Chile
Mexican kickboxing stars train at CNAR ahead of crucial Pan American Championship in Santiago, Chile. Credit: CONADE

The Mexican kickboxing team is fired up and ready to make waves at the 2024 Pan American Kickboxing Championship, a high-stakes event being held in Santiago, Chile from October 30 to November 3. This year’s championship isn't just about regional bragging rights; it carries the added pressure of being a crucial qualifier for the Chengdu 2025 World Games, where only the best will advance.

In a recent interview with the National Commission for Physical Culture and Sports (CONADE), Fernando Granados León, president of the National Kickboxing Federation (FENAKIB & WAKO Mexico), underscored the significance of the tournament. "For FENAKIB & WAKO Mexico, it is the most important event in the Americas. We are prepared because we have worked very hard during these last two years, and we wish the greatest success to all the kids," Granados León stated, his passion palpable as he discussed the upcoming challenge. "Our selected players are aware of where and what they are going to."