The 16th International Bocce (Raffa) Open took place in Kemer, Antalya, from 6–10 November 2025, welcoming athletes from more than 10 countries across Europe, Asia, and Africa. The tournament featured competitions in Raffa Double Men, Double Women, Mixed Doubles, and Precision Shooting categories.

The International Bocce Confederation (CBI) has been awarded the Diamond Sport for All Certification Level, the highest distinction granted to international sports federations for excellence in inclusivity, accessibility, and social impact. This recognition marks an extraordinary achievement for CBI and confirms its position as a global leader in advancing sport as a universal right.

The Raffa competitions at the XX Mediterranean Games Taranto 2026 were held from 22 to 25 August at Montemesola Sport Hall, which also hosted the Pétanque and Volo events during the same period.

The African Raffa Championship (Seniors & Youth U19) took place in Chlef, Algeria, from July 11 to 18, 2026, and was hosted by the Algerian Federation. The prestigious event brought together talented athletes from across the continent, including Algeria (ALG), Libya (LBY), Tunisia (TUN), Nigeria (NGR), Morocco (MOR), Sudan (SUD), Kenya (KEN), and Egypt (EGY).

The European Juniors Championship came to an exciting conclusion in the picturesque town of Predazzo, Italy, after a week of elite competition held from September 21 to 27. Youth athletes from 11 countries across the continent showcased remarkable talent, precision, and sportsmanship across five major disciplines: Girls’ Double, Boys’ Double, Mixed Double, Girls’ Precision Shooting, and Boys’ Precision Shooting.  Turkish sensation Zilan Atila delivered a breathtaking individual...

Garibaldi, Brazil — The world bocce family was officially welcomed with a vibrant, atmosphere-filled opening ceremony marking the grand start of the World Bocce Championships. Delegations representing 22 countries took to the stage to warm applause from a large, enthusiastic crowd. As each team was introduced, spectators cheered to acknowledge the athletes who had travelled from across all continents to compete. The ceremony featured a captivating display of traditional folk dance, bringing...

A Spectacular World Championship with Global Unity The World Bocce Championship held in Garibaldi, Brazil, was an extraordinary showcase of elite skill, sportsmanship, and international friendship. Organizers and fans alike celebrated a thrilling tournament marked by remarkable parity and competitive depth: medals were distributed across 12 different nations, highlighting the global growth of the sport. Most strikingly, each of the 5 gold medals went to a different nation, proving that...