From 4th to 11th October 2026, the world's best judoka will gather in Baku, Azerbaijan, where the prestigious championships will take place at the National Gymnastics Arena. Athletes from across the globe will compete for the sport's most coveted titles in both the individual and mixed team competitions.
To mark the launch of the countdown, the Azerbaijan Judo Federation has unveiled the visual identity of the championships. The dynamic design captures both the spirit of world-class judo and Azerbaijan's pride in hosting one of the sport's flagship events.
For the home crowd, the championships will offer a unique opportunity to witness the world's leading judoka in action while supporting the Azerbaijani team on home soil. In recent years, Azerbaijan has established itself as one of judo's leading nations, achieving remarkable success at the highest international level. Hosting a world championships further reflects the country's long-standing commitment to the development of judo and its growing role within the global judo family.
Over the coming months, additional information regarding the competition schedule, participating athletes, fan activities, special projects and other championship initiatives will be announced through official communication channels.
Tickets are now available online via iTicket.az and through ticket outlets across Baku.
The countdown to one of the highlights of the international judo calendar has officially begun and fans from around the world are invited to be part of an unforgettable week celebrating the very best of the sport.