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Multi-Sport Events12 Dec 2025, 01:22 from InsideTheGames
The Federation of International Mixed Martial Arts (FIMMA) has been officially founded in Athens, Greece, uniting nearly 50 countries and regions in a concerted effort to secure MMA's place in the Olympic Games. Co-founded by Gordon Tang and Isidoros Kouvelos, FIMMA aims to establish a transparent, athlete-centered governing body, partnering with the International Olympic Academy to develop coaching and referee standards. The organization is actively pursuing inclusion in continental games and has garnered support from various Olympic movement leaders, signaling a significant step towards MMA's Olympic recognition.