IFSC CANCELS THREE WORLD CUPS IN CHINA, FOLLOWING THE DECISION OF THE CHINESE GOVERNMENT

On July 9, in the frame of the plan for the resumption of sport in China, the General Administration of Sport announced that, in principle, no international sports events will be held this year, apart from the trials for the 2022 Winter Olympic Games and other important events.

Following the decision, and in accordance with the Chinese Mountaineering Association, the International Federation of Sport Climbing decided to definitely cancel the three IFSC World Cup competitions scheduled in Chongqing, Wujiang and Xiamen between October 23 and December 6.

A decision regarding the IFSC Asian Championships, also scheduled in Xiamen from December 10 to 13, will come in due time.