Fifty-one prominent figures in international karate, including world champions and referees, have signed a letter urging the suspension of the Karate Federation of the Islamic Republic of Iran and calling for protective mechanisms for Iranian athletes to compete under the WKF or IOC flags. The letter alleges links between the federation and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, citing the killing of athletes and restrictions on competing against Israeli opponents. The WKF, IOC, and Iranian authorities have not yet responded.

Dozens of English karate athletes, coaches, and referees have been barred from participating in the World Karate Federation (WKF) European Championships in Limassol due to safeguarding and governance concerns. A complaint to Athlete365, the IOC's athlete engagement platform, highlighted the lack of a clear safeguarding framework within the WKF, stemming from ongoing conflicts within British karate. The situation has led to the exclusion of many from WKF-sanctioned events, impacting athletes like Tyler Jones. The English Karate Federation (EKF) continues to operate independently despite the emergence of ENKGB, and the WKF's recognition of the British Karate Federation over the home nations is a contributing factor. The EKF recently held an AGM, resolving to change its legal status to a Community Interest Company (CIC).

World Boxing's future is clouded by policy uncertainty, Boris van der Vorst's withdrawal, and lingering ties to the International Boxing Association (IBA), despite strong IOC support for its inclusion in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics. Concerns remain regarding athlete representation, transparency, and governance processes, hindering the federation's ability to establish a stable and credible path forward. The IOC's significant interventions haven't fully resolved the deep-rooted governance crisis.

Recent incidents at the Karate1 Series A event in Tbilisi, where an Iranian athlete refused to compete against an Israeli opponent, have highlighted a recurring pattern of Iranian athletes avoiding Israeli competitors. The World Karate Federation (WKF) has faced criticism for its largely silent response to these politically motivated withdrawals, which violate the Olympic Charter's principles of non-discrimination and fair play. Similar incidents have occurred in previous years, with the WKF sometimes facilitating symbolic matches to preserve ranking points. These actions raise concerns about the WKF's ability to enforce anti-discrimination rules and uphold the ideals of Olympism, with other nations like Kuwait also exhibiting similar behavior. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) may face pressure to address the issue.

The International Bobsleigh and Skeleton Federation (IBSF) has launched an investigation into allegations that Canada's bobsleigh coach, Joe Cecchini, manipulated a North American Cup race to impact Olympic qualification points. American slider Katie Uhlaender claims Cecchini instructed four Canadian athletes to withdraw, reducing the field size and hindering qualification opportunities for athletes from other nations, including herself. The incident has sparked widespread concern and prompted letters to the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Athletes' Commission. Bobsleigh Canada Skeleton denies the accusations, citing athlete welfare as the reason for the withdrawals.