{"id":5335,"date":"2026-04-23T17:01:34","date_gmt":"2026-04-23T17:01:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.footgolf.sport\/acapulcoworldcup2026\/?p=5335"},"modified":"2026-04-24T18:02:36","modified_gmt":"2026-04-24T18:02:36","slug":"mexico-prepares-for-the-2026-footgolf-world-championship-in-acapulco","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.footgolf.sport\/acapulcoworldcup2026\/mexico-prepares-for-the-2026-footgolf-world-championship-in-acapulco\/","title":{"rendered":"Mexico Prepares for the 2026 FootGolf World Championship in Acapulco"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Mexico City, April 2026<\/strong> \u2014 The countdown continues. Months ago, the 2026 FootGolf World Championship was officially announced, confirming the port of Acapulco as the host of the most important international event in the sport. The tournament will take place from May 27 to June 7, 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Backed by the International FootGolf Federation (FIFG)<\/strong> and organized by the Mexican FootGolf Federation (FMFG)<\/strong>, the tournament will bring together more than 1,200 players from over 60 countries, establishing itself as the largest gathering of talent in FootGolf history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As part of the preparations leading up to the tournament, the official group draw for the different categories was held, defining the competitive path for participating national teams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the Men\u2019s Senior category,<\/strong> Mexico has been placed in Group C alongside Malaysia, England, and Poland. Other notable groups include Argentina, France, Portugal, and Turkey in Group B, as well as Slovakia, the United States, Spain, and Switzerland in Group F.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the Men\u2019s category<\/strong>, Mexico will compete in Group B with Morocco, Turkey, and Portugal. Other standout groups include Group A, composed of Argentina, England, Chile, and Ireland, and Group C, featuring Japan, the Czech Republic, Brazil, and Italy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile, in the Women\u2019s category<\/strong>, Mexico will compete in Group A against Scotland, Zimbabwe, and Turkey. Other groups include teams such as the United States, Brazil, Spain, and Switzerland in Group B, as well as Japan, France, and Uruguay in Group C.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The competition will take place over 12 days across two premier venues: Tres Vidas Golf Course and Turtle Dunes, both offering international standards and prior experience hosting large-scale tournaments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe FootGolf World Championship is the most important meeting point for our discipline. This edition reflects the sport\u2019s growth and its ability to bring together players from different regions in a single competitive environment,\u201d said Fernando Name Guzzy, General Director of the Mexican FootGolf Federation\u00ae.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The event is supported by strategic partners from the tourism and business sectors. Francisco Name, President of Impulmax, and Ricardo Ram\u00edrez, Commercial Director of Grupo Mundo Imperial, have contributed to its development, highlighting its impact on destination promotion and sports tourism attraction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beyond the competition itself, the 2026 FootGolf World Championship is set to be an experience open to the general public, offering an atmosphere that combines sport, entertainment, and hospitality. Ticket availability and access details will be announced soon and can be consulted and purchased through the event\u2019s official website and social media channels, allowing fans to experience the competition up close.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In terms of broadcasting, the tournament will be aired through Televisa, izzi, and Sky, expanding its reach both nationally and internationally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cHosting a World Championship of this level represents a unique opportunity to showcase the quality of our courses and the comprehensive experience that Acapulco offers,\u201d concluded Arturo Villase\u00f1or, General Director of Tres Vidas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Warm regards,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mexico\u2019s Organizing Committee<\/strong>
FIFG FootGolf World Championship Acapulco 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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