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The 2025 World Fair Play Awards ceremony took place on Sunday, 11 October 2026, at the Olympic Museum in Lausanne, Switzerland, celebrating outstanding examples of sportsmanship, integrity, respect and humanity. The event was a great success, bringing together the international Fair Play community to honour individuals who embody the true values of sport.

Filip Zubčić — Pierre de Coubertin World Fair Play Trophy

The Croatian alpine skier received this award for an exceptional act of fair play, recognising his honesty and integrity in competition, even when doing so may come at the cost of sporting success.

Reflecting on his decision, Filip explained that there was never any question about what he had to do:

“It was not a question. For me, that was the end of the story. The only thing I could do was to be honest. I would never accept a result knowing that I was cheating.”

Asia Hogan-Rochester — Jean Borotra World Fair Play Trophy

The Canadian rugby player was recognised for demonstrating the spirit of fair play throughout sporting competition, embodying respect, dignity and sportsmanship. Unfortunately, this outstanding athlete was unable to attend the ceremony in person, but kindly sent us a heartfelt video message to share with everyone.

Ufuk Timer — Willi Daume World Fair Play Trophy

The Turkish recipient was honoured for his dedication to promoting fair play and using sport as a means of inclusion, social responsibility and positive change.

Speaking about what drives his work, Ufuk shared a simple yet powerful message:

“My motivation is a better world for the children.”

Tim Van de Velde — CIFP / World Athletics Fair Play Award

The Belgian steeplechase athlete received this special joint award from the International Fair Play Committee and World Athletics, recognising an outstanding example of sportsmanship and solidarity in athletics.

Reflecting on his actions, Tim emphasised that helping others is a natural part of sport and of being human:

“I had to help. A little help never hurt anybody. It just felt so natural. Fair play is not something extraordinary; it is natural. It needs to be this way.”

Ilia Malinin — Milano Cortina 2026 Fair Play Award

The American figure skater, widely known as the “Quad God”, received this special award in recognition of the values of sportsmanship and the Olympic spirit demonstrated at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games.

Speaking about the joy of seeing a friend achieve his dream, Ilia highlighted the importance of friendship and mutual support:

“It just made me so happy to see him achieve his dream and achieve his goals. I wanted to be a good friend, to support him and be there for him.”

Gábor Mihály — Special Honorary Diploma

A special Honorary Diploma was presented to Hungarian sculptor Gábor Mihály, creator of the Fair Play trophies. The recognition was particularly meaningful at the Olympic Museum, where his renowned sculpture Olympia – Three Cyclists is displayed, creating a special connection between his artistic work and the values of the Fair Play movement.

The ceremony concluded on a high note, celebrating the people who make sport a force for good. The International Fair Play Committee warmly congratulates all the award recipients and sincerely thanks everyone who attended and contributed to the success of this memorable occasion.

Photos: International Olympic Committee (IOC) Photo Picture Element 

CALL FOR ENTRIES | European Fair Play / EFPM Awards 2025/2026 | Nominations Open Until 15 September 2026

The European Fair Play Movement (EFPM) has officially opened the call for nominations for the European Fair Play / European Fair Play Movement Awards 2025/2026.

These prestigious awards recognize outstanding examples of fair play, ethical conduct, and the promotion of sporting values in sport and society.

Nominations are welcome from individuals, organizations, institutions, and initiatives that have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to the principles of fair play.

Submission deadline: 15 September 2026

Applications: award@fairplayeur.eu 

Please note that only applications submitted using the official application form will be considered.

For detailed information and access to the official application form, please visit:

https://fairplayeur.eu/.../efp-efpm-awards/call-for-entries/ 

Fair Play Awards return to Italy for Milano Cortina 2026, 62 years after first honour

With Milano Cortina 2026, the Fair Play Awards will spotlight standout acts of sportsmanship, integrity and solidarity from the Olympic Winter Games. Here’s how to submit your vote.

Read the article and vote!

https://www.olympics.com/en/milano-cortina-2026/news/fair-play-awards-return-to-italy-milano-cortina-2026

Votes can be submitted via this dedicated link: 

https://www.olympics.com/en/vote/fairplay 

The International Committee Fair Play established as the deadline the 28 February 2026, to stand as a candidate for World Awards 2025.

Clubs are invited to send their nominations to the Secretariat not later than 31 January 2026

• Nomination Guide 2025
• Jean Borotra World Fair Play Trophy 2025- Career
• Jacques Rogge World Fair Play Trophy 2025 -Gesture Under 20
• Pierre de Coubertin World Fair Play Trophy 2025 - AcT
• Willi Daume World Fair Play Trophy 2025 - Promotion.docx

Mercredi 8 octobre, la Ville de Bruxelles a clôturé l’étape des 1000 km du Fair-Play en étant officiellement labellisée “Ville Fair-Play”, une première en Fédération Wallonie-Bruxelles.

Le départ de l’étape a été donné sur la Place Émile Bockstael à Laeken, en présence de coureurs du club de l’Excelsior et d’un groupe d’élèves de l’école de Bockstael venus encourager les participants.

Les coureurs de l’Excelsior ont ensuite poursuivi le relais en direction de Tour & Taxis, avant de rejoindre la Grand-Place.

Sur place, une personnalité sportive a pris part à l’événement : Mohamed El Marcouchi, boxeur professionnel, venu soutenir cette initiative placée sous le signe du respect et de la solidarité.

Une inauguration officielle au Complexe sportif Cynthia Bolingo L’arrivée finale et la cérémonie d’inauguration de la plaque “Ville Fair-Play” ont eu lieu au Complexe sportif Cynthia Bolingo, en présence de Florence Frelinx, Échevine des Sports de la Ville de Bruxelles, et de Kolë Gjeloshaj, Président du Panathlon Wallonie-Bruxelles.

Communiqué de presse

Vendredi, 5 septembre, l’École primaire Émile Bockstael à reçu le label École Fair-Play.

Les élèves ont présenté avec enthousiasme les activités qu’ils ont menées tout au long de la semaine autour du thème du Fair-Play.

À l’école de Bockstael, l’inauguration s’est déroulée en présence de :

Nicolas Joostens, directeur de l’école Émile Bockstael

Delphine Dubois, inspectrice de l’enseignement fondamental à la Ville de Bruxelles

Jean Luc Gazeau, inspecteur de la santé à la Ville de Bruxelles 

Kole Gjeloshaj , président du Panathlon Wallonie-Bruxelles

Noémie Lins , coordinatrice projets santé à la Ville de Bruxelles 

À cette occasion, le relais du Fair-Play a été transmis à Madame Maïté Pauwels, enseignante de l’École primaire des Magnolias, qui lancera sa semaine du Fair-Play le 8 septembre.

Parce que le Fair-Play commence dès la cour de récréation, continuons ensemble à construire des écoles et des élèves sensibles au Fair-Play !

Jantar de Gala do Panathlon deu posse, fez homenagens e firmou parcerias para divulgar o Fair Play e doação de órgãos 

O Panathlon Internacional Distrito Brasil através dos clubes de Sorocaba e Votorantim, realizou neste sábado (05) o jantar de gala, no do Restaurante do Sorocaba Park Hotel, com a participação de mais de 50 panathletas dos diversos clubes, além dos convidados; nesta oportunidade foi empossado como delegado do Panathlon, o Prof. Norberto José da Silva, mais conhecido como Borracha, técnico de basquete, onde trabalhou em Sorocaba no período da Minercal e do Leite Moça, hoje atua como funcionário público da Secretaria de Esporte da Prefeitura de Jundiaí. 

Outra pauta são as parcerias com diversas entidades para divulgação do Fair Play, entre elas; o SESI Votorantim com a equipe de handebol feminino e a natação, Liga Paulista de Handebol com a seleção sorocabana de handebol masculino e a Secretaria de Esporte de Jundiaí, na divulgação da campanha do Fair Play e entrega dos troféus Fair Play para equipes finalistas da Taça da Favela, categorias feminino e masculino que tem a organização da CUFA com apoio da TV TEM e da Secretaria de Esporte de Jundiaí. Todas entidades vão receberam um banner para divulgação durante suas atividades, uma vez que esta campanha é desenvolvida internacionalmente pelos seus 267 clubes em 24 países; outra parceria entre o Panathlon, a Maçonaria e a Mascarenhas Advogados, foi a campanha de doação de órgãos salve vidas.

No dia 17 de maio no SESI Votorantim  foi realizado  a etapa da liga Sesi de Natação, momento que foi lida a Carta do Fair Play através da parceria com  o Panathlon Club Votorantim tem parceria. 

O evento reuniu atletas de várias unidades do Sesi do Estado de São Paulo, após a apresentação das delegações e execução do Hino Nacional, tivemos as palavras de boas vindas das autoridades e a leitura da carta do Fair Play do Panathlon Internacional pelo atleta Gabriel Tomasi. 

Marcaram presença os panathletas Júlio César de Souza Martins, Nivaldo Tirelli, Rômulo Metidieri, João Vinícius e Douglas Nikel. 

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The European Fair Play Movement's annual congress, awards ceremony, and general assembly took place on May 18 and 19 at the International Olympic Academy in ancient-Olympia, Greece. Organized under the auspices of the European Olympic Committees and the International Commission for Sport Science and Physical Education (ICSPSE), these events brought together 27 representatives from European Olympic Committees, European Olympic Academies, National Fair Play Committees, and European and international sports organizations.

On May 19, World Fair Play Day, the EFPM held its annual general assembly. This provided the opportunity to hold elections for all positions on the Board of Directors. The election of the new Executive Committee saw the re-election of the outgoing president for a further four-year term.

The Belgian Olympic athlete, founder of Panathlon Wallonia-Brussels, Philippe Housiaux, was re-elected for a further four-year term. declared: "Responsibility and pride; it is by a very large majority that the 29 countries and European institutions re-elected me as President of the European Fair Play Movement; my re-election in Olympia adds an additional dimension to the commitment I have had for so many years; I also appreciate the opportunity given to me to be able to give a positive impulse to the whole of Europe; the Panathlon Wallonia-Brussels school trained me for this; this appointment comes on May 19, World Fair Play Day; a project initiated in French-speaking Belgium in 2013; pride and responsibility."

The new Board of Directors for the next four (4) years is composed as follows:President Mr Philippe Housiaux (BEL)

• Vice-Presidents:  Mrs Katarina Raczova (SVK) & Vice-President Mr Robert Perc (SLO)

• General Secretary: Mr Ioannis Psilopoulos (GRE)

• Treasurer: Mr Ivan Coste-Marniere (FRA) assisted by Mr Kasparas Sileikis (LIT)

• Members:  Ms Mirna Ralje Brodanac (CRO), Mr Khazar Isayev (AZE) and Mr Selcuk Bora Cavusoglu (TUR).

Chair of the Scientific Committee: Thierry Zintz (BEL)

Le Fair-Play, ce n’est pas qu’un mot. C’est un état d’esprit, un engagement, une manière d’agir… chaque jour, partout, pour toutes et tous.

En ce 19 mai, date symbolique reconnue par l’ONU, nous célébrons ensemble ce qui nous unit : respect, inclusion, esprit d’équipe…

Et nos membres ont été nombreux à se mobiliser pour transmettre un message fort et positif.

Merci à toutes celles et ceux qui, par leurs gestes, petits ou grands, font vivre le Fair-Play au quotidien.

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