Flying Disc is now an Olympic Sport

The sport of flying disc, was officially recognized as an Olympic sport by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) on 2nd August 2015.

The World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF) have complied with all the eligibility criteria including having 62 national federations and gender equality and was given the nod at the 128th IOC Session session in the Malaysian capital.

about International Olympic Committee
  • Founded:June 23, 1984
  • Founders: Pierre de Coubertin,  Demetrius Vikelas
  • Headquarters: Lausanne, Switzerland
  • President : Thomas Bach
World Flying Disc Federation (WFDF)
  • It is the international governing body for flying disc sports, with responsibility for sanctioning world championship events, establishing uniform rules, setting of standards for and recording of world records.
  • WFDF has member associations in 62 countries

Some Related General Knowledge Question:

When did World Flying Disc Federation found?

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Answer: 1985