International Sumo Federation
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Members
International Sumo Federation has 87 established National Sumo Federations.
Organization
International Sumo Federation encourages the sport's development worldwide, including holding international championships. A key aim of the federation is to have Sumo recognized as an Olympic sport. Accordingly, amateur tournaments are divided into weight classes.
Weight classes
1992–2018
* Age restrictions of 13–18 years old apply
2019–present
* Age restrictions of 13–18 years old apply
Presidents
Events
Discipline championships
- Sumo World Championships
- European Sumo Championships
- North American Sumo Championships
- Oceania Sumo Championships
Other events
- Sumo at the World Games
- Sumo at the 2013 World Combat Games
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