This is the 7th time that orienteering is represented in the 12th edition of The World Games. In 2025, 80 athletes from 24 Federations participated, assisted by 32 team coaches. The IOF with IWGA and local organisers worked extensively on providing well-organised, exciting competitions. Middle event  |  Friday 8 August – Racing in 35°C heat  After a spectacular opening […]

The World Games started in 1981 as multi-sport events for sports and disciplines that are not contested in the Olympic Games. Orienteering first appeared in 2001. In 2025 we have our largest NZ team attending the World Games in Chengdu, China. You can watch the orienteering action from 8–11 August 2025 all free of charge.  […]

ONZ is proud to announce the following selections for the 2025 World Games in Chengdu, China, 8th-11th August MenJoseph LynchTim Robertson Reserve: Matt Ogden Women Kaia JoergensenLaura Robertson Reserve: Zara Stewart Manager/CoachMatt Ogden When will the teams be finalised? More information about ONZ’s selection process can be found here. The teams above are provisional. In accordance with ONZs […]

The 2025 World Games will be held in Chengdu, China from 8-11 August 2025, and will consist of a middle distance, individual sprint and sprint relay. New Zealand is entitled to enter up to 2 men and 2 women. Selection will be based on known form. All athletes interested in selection for the 2025 World […]