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Mohammed VI Karate Cup in Rabat to host over 1,200 athletes
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Rabat is set to host the 20th edition of the Mohammed VI Karate Cup, the fourth and final stage of the "Karate 1 Premier League" world circuit. Organized by the Royal Moroccan Karate and Associated Disciplines Federation FRMK, the event will take place at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Sports Palace. Over 1,200 participants from more than 80 countries, including international stars, are expected to compete. The competition, which has become a prestigious global karate event, will feature kata and kumite events for both men and women. Competitions begin this Friday with preliminary rounds, culminating in live-broadcast finals on Sunday. Several world champions and top-ranked international karatekas are anticipated to participate. Morocco will be represented by prominent athletes such as Saïd Oubaya -67 kg, named Moroccan Sportsman of the Year 2025, Mehdi Sriti -84 kg, Hamza Sam -75 kg, Nisrine Brouk -68 kg, and Aya En-Nesyry in kata. Moroccan athletes aim to build on recent international successes, including bronze medals for Aya En-Nesyry and Hamza Sam in Rabat in 2025, and a Premier League gold medal for Nisrine Brouk in Istanbul. Beyond the sporting results, the Mohammed VI Cup aims to enhance Morocco's international standing through sport, bringing together delegations, officials, partners, and institutional representatives from around the world, while showcasing national sports infrastructure and Moroccan hospitality.
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Megarama Morocco will broadcast 2026 World Cup matches in its cinemas, offering a new entertainment experience. The cinema network announced on Tuesday that it will show several tournament games, including all matches involving the Atlas Lions, in its multiplexes in Casablanca, Rabat, Marrakech, Fès, and Tangier. From June 11 to July 19, eleven group stage matches will be screened, followed by full coverage of the knockout phases up to the final. Megarama Morocco acquired the broadcasting rights from beIN SPORTS, the exclusive audiovisual rights holder for the competition. This initiative aims to recreate the atmosphere of major sporting events in a collective setting, leveraging giant screens and immersive sound systems to provide a different experience from home viewing. This move follows the enthusiasm generated by Morocco's historic performance in the 2022 World Cup. All matches of the national team will be shown, positioning cinemas as a gathering point for Moroccan supporters. Beyond the sporting event, Megarama Morocco seeks to diversify its leisure offerings, blending cultural entertainment with sporting events by temporarily transforming its venues into collective celebration arenas. This trend is gaining traction among audiences seeking immersive, shared experiences. The operation will be rolled out across the national network. Tickets will be priced at 150 dirhams for adults and 100 dirhams for children under 12, aiming for a premium yet family-accessible experienc