3RD EDITION
Dardanelles Cup 2026
The third edition of the International Dardanelles Cup returns to Çanakkale on 14–15 November 2026, aiming to take the tournament to a new level of international scale.
3rd International Dardanelles Cup
- The 3rd International Dardanelles Cup Karate Championship will be held in Çanakkale on 14–15 November 2026.
- The championship brings together athletes from different age groups in individual kata, individual kumite and team kata competitions.
- Karate competitions are held in the 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 age categories, plus Cadets, Juniors, Seniors and Veterans, under WKF (World Karate Federation) competition rules.
- The Dardanelles Cup aims to bring strong athletes together every year to strengthen national and international sporting ties, contribute to athletes' technical and mental development, and offer a high-level competition experience.
- Participants will also have the chance to discover Çanakkale's unique historical and cultural heritage, in an event filled with friendship, fair play and unforgettable memories built on the unifying power of sport.
2026 CHAMPIONSHIP
3rd International Dardanelles Cup
14–15 November 2026 · Çanakkale, Türkiye
THE NUMBERS
A Championship That Keeps Growing
Athletes (2024–2025)
Clubs (2024–2025)
Entries (2024–2025)
Countries (2024–2025)
International karate championship
Athletes and delegations from abroad
INTERNATIONAL PARTICIPATION
One Tatami. Many Nations.
Across the first two editions, athletes and delegations from multiple countries have competed in Çanakkale. The 2026 country list will be published here as national federations confirm their delegations.
Confirmed countries for 2026 will appear here.
REGISTRATION
Enter the Tatami
14–15 November 2026 · Çanakkale, Türkiye
Registration for the 3rd International Dardanelles Cup is managed through Sportdata. Clubs and federations can submit entries directly through the official event page.
Registration deadlines and updated conditions are published in the tournament bulletin.