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TPE 9-27 NED: Netherlands win World Korfball Championship to claim 11th title

After 82 matches through 10 days of international korfball, featuring 24 teams, the Netherlands secured their 11th title at the 12th World Korfball Championship in Taipei City, defeating the valiant host team, Chinese Taipei (9-27) in front of a capacity Taipei Gymnasium full of passionate supporters.c Chinese Taipei, appearing in their first World Championship final for the first time after sending perennial silver medalists Belgium to the play-off for third and fourth in an epic 21-19 semi final victory on Friday, fought hard to keep the Netherlands in reach, though by the final whistle, despite the enthusiasm of their supporters, their first world title remains out of reach.

📷 Marco Spelten @actiefotografie

📷 Marco Spelten @actiefotografie

Ya-Wen LIN scored in the first minute which sent the already very vocal crowd into a frenzy… could this be the year that the Netherlands’ dominance ends? Unfortunately for Chinese Taipei and their supporters team Netherlands scored the next four goals to stamp their authority on the match. At the end of the first quarter the score was 3-7 and by halftime the Netherlands had extended their advantage to 5-16.

📷 Marco Spelten @actiefotografie

📷 Marco Spelten @actiefotografie

The referees for the final were Steve Jones (WAL) and Kris Meeus (BEL) with Megan Frederickson (AUS) and Pradeep Dahiya (IND) as reserve referees. Head of the Jury for the Final was Marc Breugelmans (BEL). Belgium won the bronze medal match earlier in the day, defeating the Czech Republic 11-26.

📷 Marco Spelten @actiefotografie

📷 Marco Spelten @actiefotografie

New President of the IKF Gabi Kool, elected to the position yesterday, said… “This World Championship has truly been one for the history books. For the first time ever, an Asian team, Chinese Taipei, made it to the finals, showcasing the global growth and evolution of our sport. “Congratulations to the Netherlands, Chinese Taipei and Belgium for the medals won. Also, the hard-fought qualifications by Czech Republic, Surinam, Germany and Portugal for the 2025 World Games in Chengdu were spectacles in their own right. “Our athletes have shown themselves to be the true ambassadors of Korfball. Beyond showcasing their incredible skill, they illuminated the importance of teamwork, respect, and dedication. “Their role in propelling Korfball forward, especially in this fast-changing world, is paramount. With the memories, pride, and new friendships forged, they will continue to champion our sport’s global spirit as the true mixed gender sport.” IKF General Secretary and CEO, Joana Faria said: “I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to the hundreds of volunteers who showed up each day to welcome both local and international korfball fans to the Taipei Gymnasium. Your enthusiasm and smiles were truly inspirational, and you played an integral role in making this event a huge success.” In today’s other games, Suriname comfortably defeated Germany for fifth place 10-26, while Portugal overcame England 13-19 to finish seventh.

All the matches on the final day of the IKF World Korfball Championship were broadcast live onto the IKF YouTube channel and live onto the International Olympic Committee’s website and app. We also shared our production with numerous international broadcasters with viewer numbers expected to be counted in their millions. The World Korfball Championship is a qualification event for The World Games 2025, which will take place in Chengdu China.

On social media you will find the image galleries of all games, together with the best clips, highlights and stories, visiting the official IKF profiles (see below) and via the hashtags #WKC2023 and #korfball:

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Referees appointed for the IKF World Korfball Championship final

The International Korfball Federation (IKF) has appointed Steve JONES from Wales and Kris MEEUS from Belgium as the referees for the final match of the IKF World Korfball Championship between Chinese Taipei and Netherlands. The gold medal match will take place on 29 October 2023 starting at 2.45pm  

Megan FREDERICKSON (AUS) and Pradeep DAHIYA (IND) have both been appointed as assistant/reserve referees. 

Jones and Meeus impressed throughout the championship with their individual performances and during the Suriname – Portugal where they worked together as a duo.  

Steve Jones who referees in the England Korfball League took charge of the last World Championship final held in Durban, South Africa in 2019, and the 2011 final in Shaoxing, China. 

Jones recently took charge of several other major international finals including most recently the IKF Champions League final in February 2023 that took place in Delft, Netherlands which featured Korfbal League sides Fortuna/Delta Logistiek and PKC/Vertom . Jones’ experience makes him an ideal choice for this high-profile match where for the first time in history a team from outside of Europe will feature. 

Kris Meeus was appointed to the IKF referee list in 2014 and referees in the Belgium NDN Topleague took charge of the final in 2023 between Borgerhout/GW and Boeckenberg. 

The final match of the IKF World Korfball Championship is expected to be a thrilling contest with Chinese Taipei having the home court advantage and the vocal support of the city of Taipei inside the Taipei Gymnasium.  

The Netherlands, who have won the championship ten times, will be looking to add another title to their impressive record. Chinese Taipei, on the other hand, will be hoping to win their first-ever championship title. 

HOW TO WATCH ONLINE 

Fans can watch matches on the final day live onto the IKF YouTube channel, they will also be available to watch live and for free at Olympics.com or on the Olympics app. The Olympic Channel is the International Olympic Committee (IOC)’s digital destination. 

Coverage will start 15 minutes before the start of the match with a pre-match studio programme which will include interviews, analysis and discussion. You don’t want to miss it! 

Quick access to updated match reports, results, stats, photos & socials ► korfball.sport/wkc2023 

Photo: Marco Spelten

Chinese Taipei Makes History at the IKF World Korfball Championships 2023

Chinese Taipei has made history by beating Belgium in the semifinals of the IKF World Korfball Championships 2023. The number 3 ranked team in the world has now set up a final against Netherlands, who won earlier today.

The match between Chinese Taipei and Belgium was intense, with both teams putting up a great fight. However, Chinese Taipei emerged victorious with a score of 21-19. This is the first time in the history of the World Championship that a team from outside of Europe has reached the final.

Chinese Taipei will now face Netherlands in the final of the IKF World Korfball Championships 2023 on Sunday. Netherlands won their semifinal match against Czech Republic 13-41. The arena at Taipei Gymnasium was almost at capacity for the semi-final on Friday evening, we are expecting the final on Sunday to be an exciting match, with both teams giving it their all.

The Netherlands are seeking a record-breaking 11th world championship title. The only other time Chinese Taipei and Netherlands have met in a IKF final was in Wroclaw, Poland for the Final of The World Games 2017.

The IKF World Korfball Championships 2023 has been an exciting event so far, with athletes from 24 teams competing for the prestigious title of world champion. The event is being held in Taipei City, Taiwan, from 20 to 29 October. The championship is the largest Korfball World Championships in history, with teams from five continents competing.

The IKF World Korfball Championship 2023 is a qualifying event for The World Games 2025 in Chengdu.

Sunday, 29 October 2023

  • 12:45 (Taipei) | 05:45 (Amsterdam) – Bronze medal match – Czech Republic – Belgium
  • 14:45 (Taipei) | 07:45 (Amsterdam) – FINAL – Chinese Taipei – Netherlands

HOW TO WATCH ONLINE

Fans can watch matches on the final day live onto the IKF YouTube channel, they will also be available to watch live and for free at Olympics.com or on the Olympics app. The Olympic Channel is the International Olympic Committee (IOC)’s digital destination.

Coverage will start 15 minutes before the start of the match with a pre-match studio programme which will include interviews, analysis and discussion. You don’t want to miss it!

Quick access to updated match reports, results, stats, photos & socials ► korfball.sport/wkc2023

Photo: Marco Spelten / Actiefotografie

Semi-Finals set for IKF World Korfball Championship 2023

The quarter-finals of the IKF World Korfball Championship have come to an end, and we now know which teams will be competing in the semi-finals. The semi-finals will be held on Friday, 27th October, in Taipei City. The first semi-final match will start at 5:30 PM, followed by the second match at 7:15 PM. 

Here are the results from the quarter-finals: 

Czech Republic defeated Germany with a score of 19-20. Belgium beat Portugal with a score of 26-18. Netherlands defeated England with a score of 36-2. Chinese Taipei won against Suriname with a score of 19-15. 

This means the semi-final matches on Friday will be played between: 

  • Czech Republic vs. Netherlands (17:30 Taipei | 10:30 London | 11:30 Amsterdam / Prague) 
  • Chinese Taipei vs. Belgium (19:15 Taipei | 12:15 London | 13:15 Antwerp) 

Limited tickets are available for free on a first-come, first-served basis for korfball fans wishing to attend in person. If you’re interested in attending, please order your tickets from the official tournament website. 

The final will be played on Sunday, October 29th.  

IKF WORLD KORFBALL CHAMPIONSHIP 2023  

The IKF World Korfball Championship 2023 takes place in Taipei City from 20 to 29 October. The tournament features 24 teams from five continents, competing for the prestigious title of world champion. The matches will be held at the Taipei Gymnasium, a venue with excellent facilities for spectators and players.  

The IKF World Korfball Championship 2023 is a qualifying event for The World Games 2025 in Chengdu 

HOW TO WATCH ONLINE  

Fans can watch matches on the final day live onto the IKF YouTube channel, they will also be available to watch live and for free at Olympics.com or on the Olympics app. The Olympic Channel is the International Olympic Committee (IOC)’s digital destination.   

Coverage will start 15 minutes before the start of the match with a pre-match studio programme which will include interviews, analysis and discussion. You don’t want to miss it! 

Quick access to updated match reports, results, stats, photos & socials ► korfball.sport/wkc2023 

Photo: Marco Spelten / Actiefotografie

IKF World Korfball Championship 2023 enters later stages

It’s Day 7 of the 12th IKF World Korfball Championship, the largest world championships ever held, taking place in Taipei City. We are now past the half-way point in the championship with 48 matches completed and 34 matches remaining.   

A total of 1,637 goals have been scored so far, which is an average of over 34 each match.  As we now enter the later stages of the championship, we are predicting some close and exciting matches. 

Ran FABER (NED) is leading the top goal scorer table with 19 goals scored in his debut world championships, with Chinese Taipei’s Ya-wen LIN (TPE) following just one goal behind on 18.   

Today all 24 teams will play in another 12 matches split over three halls in the impressive Taipei Gymnasium, in Taipei City. 

If you are living in or visiting Taipei City, you can reserve tickets for the matches free of charge from the official tournament website. For korfball fans around the world, the matches will be covered on the IKF YouTube channel. 

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to witness some of the best korfball teams in the world compete for the championship title. Reserve your tickets now and enjoy the matches!  

Tomorrow, its semi-final day, so by the end of Friday we will know who will compete for the gold medal. 

IKF WORLD KORFBALL CHAMPIONSHIP 2023  

The IKF World Korfball Championship 2023 takes place in Taipei City from 20 to 29 October. The tournament will feature 24 teams from five continents, competing for the prestigious title of world champion. The matches will be held at the Taipei Gymnasium, a venue with excellent facilities for spectators and players.  

The IKF World Korfball Championship 2023 is a qualifying event for The World Games 2025 in Chengdu. 

Quick access to updated match reports, results, stats, photos & socials ► korfball.sport/wkc2023 

Photo: Krit Suttipithuk

Last chance to secure tickets for the World Championship final

The 2023 World Korfball Championship is the largest ever and is on track to be one of the best, with teams from all over the globe competing for the title of world champions. And with ticket applications very strong, we’re expecting the final days to be sold out, so don’t miss out! 

Get your tickets today, visit the championship website and complete the registration form. 

If you’re a korfball fan living in or visiting Taipei City, then this is the event for you. You’ll get to see the best players in the world compete at the highest level and experience the excitement and atmosphere of a truly global sporting event. 

And if you’re not a korfball fan yet, then this is the perfect opportunity to become one. Korfball is a fast-paced, exciting sport that’s easy to learn and fun to watch. It’s also a great way to get active and meet new people. 

SECURE YOUR TICKETS TODAY 

So, what are you waiting for? Secure your tickets to the Korfball World Championships today! 

As mentioned above, ticket applications are very strong, so it’s important to book your tickets as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Tickets are free and are available on a first come first served basis. We recommend selecting your tickets as soon as possible to avoid missing out 

Once you have your tickets, be sure to arrive early to secure the best seats in the arena. The arena doors will open from 8:30am, so give yourself plenty of time to get settled in and soak up the atmosphere. The final starts at 2.45pm. 

MATCH SCHEDULE 

  • 09:00 – For 7th place 
  • 10:45 – For 5th place 
  • 12:45 – Bronze medal match 
  • 14:45 – Final 

We’re looking forward to seeing you at the Korfball World Championships! 

IKF WORLD KORFBALL CHAMPIONSHIP 2023 

The IKF World Korfball Championship 2023 takes place in Taipei City from 20 to 29 October. The tournament will feature 24 teams from five continents, competing for the prestigious title of world champion. The matches will be held at the Taipei Gymnasium, a venue with excellent facilities for spectators and players. 

The IKF World Korfball Championship 2023 is a qualifying event for The World Games 2025 in Chengdu. 

WHERE TO WATCH ONLINE 

Matches on the final day of the championships will be broadcast live onto the IKF YouTube channel and will also be available to watch live and for free at Olympics.com, International Olympic Committee (IOC)’s digital destination.  

Quick acces to updated match reports, results, stats, photos & socials ► korfball.sport/wkc2023

 

Media Pack – Interviews, squad lists and more from the IKF World Championship 2023

The International Korfball Federation (IKF) has created a comprehensive resource for fans, journalists, and others to learn more about the 12th IKF World Korfball Championships taking place in Taipei City from October 20th to 29th. The Media Pack includes everything you need to know about the tournament, including Groups, Match Schedule, Teams, Squad lists as well as interviews with players and coaches from each of the 24 participating teams. 

Download the event booklet to read about korfball heroes like Berta Aloma (CAT) who has played for several years in the Netherlands and will be looking again to win a medal at the WKC 2023.  

Jan Robert Heming (GER) talks about the team spirit within the squad. We wonder if team Germany can repeat their recent achievements? 

CHINESE TAIPEI’S PERSEVERANCE TO BE THE CHAMPION 

The IKF WKC 2023 is the largest event in the history of korfball, with 24 teams competing for the prestigious title of world champion. The event was allocated to the Chinese Taipei Korfball Association in August 2019.  

Chinese Taipei superstar Ya-Wen Lin said: “…We have been preparing for the Championship since the selection was made. Every player has his or her own specialty and depends on each other. To play-all-round is our style” 

HOW TO WATCH AND FOLLOW  

Fans around the world can watch and enjoy all games through the fantastic IKF live stream available www.youtube.com/ikfchannel on www.worldkorfball.sport. The world korfball site is the place to go for all the statistics, results, top scorers, and rankings.  

Quick acces to updated match reports, results, stats, photos & socials ► korfball.sport/wkc2023

On social media, you will find the best images, clips, highlights, and stories visiting the official IKF profiles (see below) and via the hashtags #WKC2023 and #korfball: 

► facebook.com/korfball.org
► twitter.com/korfball
► instagram.com/korfball_org
► tiktok.com/@korfball.sport
youtube.com/IKFchannel

The match schedule of the IKF World Korfball Championship is structured as follows: The first phase of the event is the group phase. There are 8 groups of 3 teams, with numbers 1 and 2 of each group proceeding to the second group phase, with number 3 proceeding to cross matches. In the second group stage, numbers 1 and 2 of each group are divided into 4 groups of 4; they play each other in group matches. After the second group stage matches, numbers 1 and 2 of each group proceed to matches for places 1-8 (through quarterfinals, semi-finals, and finals). 

QUALIFYING EVENT FOR THE WORLD GAMES 

The final of the IKF World Korfball Championship 2023 which is a qualifying event for The World Games 2025 in Chengdu will take place at 14:45 on Sunday, 29 October 2023 (06:45 London | 07:45 Amsterdam| 17:15 Adelaide) 

More information (event page) ► https://korfball.sport/?p=31981

Stay safe online

Beware of fake profiles, pages, events, and live stream links impersonating the International Korfball Federation and the World Championships on social media!

Scammers are actively using these fake accounts to trick people into clicking on malicious links, for example, encouraging you to watch a live stream, that can lead to identity theft, malware infections, and other cybercrimes. 

If you’re not sure whether the request is legitimate, don’t accept it. Scammers can use fake accounts to gain access to your personal information or spread malware.

The IKF will never send you a connection request on Facebook to become ‘friends’. If you receive a friend request on Facebook from the IKF, do NOT accept this, it is not legitimate.

If you suspect that an account is fake or impersonating a business, report it to Facebook. This will help Facebook take action against the account and prevent others from being scammed. 

Stay safe online by following these tips:

  • Verify the source: Check the URL of the website or social media account to make sure it’s legitimate.
  • Do not click on suspicious links: If you receive an unsolicited message with a link, don’t click on it. Instead, go directly to the official website or official social media account.

Our official accounts 

This tournament will be covered 24/7 on IKF social media profiles (see below) and via the hashtags #WKC2023 and #korfball. 

All games will be live streamed and free to watch on worldkorfball.sport and youtube.com/ikfchannel, 

Quick acces to updated match reports, results, stats, photos & socials ► korfball.sport/wkc2023

On social media

► facebook.com/korfball.org
► twitter.com/korfball
► instagram.com/korfball_org
► tiktok.com/@korfball.sport 

Local Organiser Official Profiles  

Website ► https://ctkorfball.com
Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/taipei2023wkc
Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/Taipei2023WKC 

Stay vigilant and stay safe! 🔒 

Korfball World Championships to be streamed live by the Olympic Channel

The International Korfball Federation (IKF) is delighted to announce that matches of the IKF World Korfball Championship 2023 will be available to watch live and for free at Olympics.com, International Olympic Committee (IOC)’s digital destination. 

The 12th IKF World Korfball Championship 2023 will take place in Chinese Taipei in Taipei City from 20 to 29 October 2023. The tournament will feature 24 teams from five continents, competing for the prestigious title of world champion.

Collaborating with the Olympic Channel, selected matches will be broadcast exclusively live from the opening group stages of the championship as well as all the matches on the final day, including the medal matches. Fans can watch the matches at Olympics.com or on the Olympics app. All matches at the championships will also be available to watch on the IKF YouTube channel.

Head of Media & Communications for the IKF, Dean Woods said: “We are very pleased to partner once again with the Olympic Channel to showcase our sport to a wider audience. Korfball is a dynamic, inclusive, and exciting sport that we believe embodies the Olympic values of excellence, friendship, and respect. We hope that by broadcasting our flagship event on Olympics.com, we can inspire more people to discover and enjoy korfball.

The IKF World Korfball Championship 2023 which is a qualifying event for The World Games 2025 in Chengdu is a great opportunity to witness the best korfball players.

Exclusive games on Olympics.com or on the Olympics app

The IKF World Korfball Championship 2023 which is a qualifying event for The World Games 2025 in Chengdu.

About the Olympic Channel 

The Olympic Channel is a multi-platform global media destination where fans can discover, engage and share in the power of sport and the excitement of the Olympic Games all year round. Offering original programming, news, live sports events and highlights, the Olympic Channel provides additional exposure for sports and athletes 24 hours a day, 365 days a year in 11 languages. The Olympic Channel was launched in August 2016 in support of the IOC’s goal, set out in Olympic Agenda 2020, of providing a new way to engage younger generations, fans and new audiences with the Olympic Movement. The Olympic Channel is available worldwide at olympics.com and mobile apps.

 

 

The IKF Korfball World Championship 2023 is about to start in Taipei City!

We are ready! The 12th IKF World Korfball Championship will take place in Taipei City, Taiwan, from October 20 to 29, 2023. This year’s edition will be the largest Korfball World Championships in history, with 24 teams from five continents competing for the prestigious title of world champion. 

The matches will be held at the Taipei Gymnasium, a venue with excellent facilities for spectators and players. The gymnasium which is in the heart of Taipei City, making it easily accessible by public transportation includes three full-sized courts and is. Tickets are Free and are available from the official tournament website. 

 The Netherlands is the current world champion, having won the title in Durban, South Africa, in 2019. However, there are several other teams that will be challenging for the title in Taipei, including Belgium, Chinese Taipei, and Germany. 

The IKF World Korfball Championship is a must-see event for any korfball fan. The tournament is a showcase of the best korfball players in the world, and it is a great opportunity to see the sport at its highest level, matches will be available to watch on the IKF YouTube channel and will be covered across all our social media channels. 

We are also grateful for the hard work and dedication of the organizers and volunteers who have worked tirelessly to ensure that the championship is a success. We are confident that the tournament will be a memorable experience for all participants and spectators. We look forward to a great tournament and to celebrating the sport of korfball with the people of Taipei City. Thank you again for your hospitality! 

The opening match is Netherlands – Brazil starting at 11.15 CST (5:15 CEST) with the hosts, Chinese Taipei taking on Ireland playing the last match on the first day at 7.15pm (1.15 CEST) immediately after the opening ceremony.

WHERE TO FOLLOW

📰 Quick acces to updated match reports, results, stats, photos & socials ► korfball.sport/wkc2023
📰 Event info ► korfball.sport/?p=31981

All games will be live streamed and free to watch on worldkorfball.sport and youtube.com/ikfchannel, together with all the updated results, statistics, play-by-play, scorers and standings.

This tournament will be covered 24/7 on IKF social media profiles (see below) and via the hashtags #WKC2023 and #korfball.

facebook.com/korfball.org
twitter.com/korfball
instagram.com/korfball_org
tiktok.com/@korfball.sport

Local Organiser Official Profiles Website ► https://ctkorfball.com
Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/taipei2023wkc
Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/Taipei2023WKC

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MATCH SCHEDULE:

Header photo: Krit Suttipithuk