The World University Games; formerly known as Universiade, is an international multi-sport event organized by the International University Sports Federation (FISU) for university athletes. The World University Games is the largest multi-sport event in the world apart from the Olympic Games, which is divided into two events; Summer World University Games and Winter World University Games.
The Winter World University Games is an 11-day competitive sports program incorporating education and cultural aspects. The Winter World University Games include nine mandatory sports and up to three optional sports selected by the host country.Winter World University Games
| Type | International | |
| Location | Worldwide | |
| Governing Body | International University Sports Federation (FISU) | |
| Conducted | Once in 2 years | |
| Gender | Both |
Trivia
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In 2013 Winter University Games, the event attracted a record 2,668 competitors to the Italian Alps. In the 2019 Winter University Games, 3000 athletes from 58 countries competed in Krasnoyarsk, Russia.
Significance / Memorable Moments
- Embracing the FISU’s motto “Excellence in Mind and Body”, Winter World University Games has incorporated an educational aspect into sports competitions that allow university student-athletes to celebrate high sports performance while continuing their education with the local host city.
- The sports event is a celebration of international university sports and culture. Competing with several thousand student-athletes in each edition of the event, it is the largest multi-sport winter competition in the world.
Updated On : 07 Sep, 2020
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