BIRMINGHAM-Birmingham has been chosen to host The World Games in 2021. The World games showcases sports not included in the Olympic program. There are more than 25 sports on the roster, such as sumo wrestling, water skiing and lacrosse.
The decision was announced on Thursday, January 22 that Birmingham had won the honor over such cities as Lima, Peru and Ufa, Russia. Birmingham will be the first U.S. City to host these games since Santa Clara, California in 1981.
President of IWGA, Jose Peruena says that The World Games are happy to showcase their sports in Birmingham.
The 10th edition will take place in Wroclaw, Poland, in 2017. The 2013 games were held in Cali, Colombia. The 11th editiongames will be held in July of 2021 in Birmingham.
Robert Bentley
Governor Bentley Statement on Birmingham World Games Announcement:
“Congratulations to the city of Birmingham on being chosen to host the 2021 World Games. Alabama has so much to offer and we are eager to roll out the red carpet for our national and international guests. The economic impact of this decision is significant and will provide a great opportunity for our guests to enjoy and explore the the best that Alabama has to offer. The citizens of our state take great pride in our unique brand of southern hospitality, and we look forward to this rare opportunity to invite the world into our home state.”
