In true Muaythai tradition, the IFMA Awards Night was held in Chengdu to honor the outstanding performances of athletes, coaches, and officials who contributed to the success of The World Games. It was an evening of friendship, unity, and celebration, reflecting the values at the heart of Muaythai.
The awards were presented by IFMA President Dr. Sakchye Tapsuwan, with distinguished guests and presidents from other International Federations in attendance—highlighting the global recognition of Muaythai’s growth and impact.
Award Recipients:
Best Female Athlete: Xin Han (China)
Best Male Athlete: Artiom Livadari (Moldova)
Spirit of Muaythai: Laura Burgos (MEX), Norbert Speth )HUN), Rohullah Mosawi (AFG)
Outstanding Coach: Guo Yi (China)
Outstanding Official: Cy Diong (Malaysia)
Best Overall Team: China
Special honors were given to Zhao Ryan Qi, Event Manager of the LOC, and Dato Shahnaz Azmi, IFMA Technical Delegate, for their exceptional contributions to the competition venue and overall event delivery.
The Pi Muay musicians received a heartfelt honorable mention for preserving the traditional music and spiritual essence of Muaythai throughout the Games.
The evening concluded with a shared sense of pride and camaraderie—celebrating not only athletic excellence but the enduring spirit of sport and culture.
Congratulations to all the award winners. Thank you, Chengdu. Thank you, IWGA. Thank you, People’s Republic of China.
