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More and more young people in the Netherlands are struggling with mental problems such as stress, loneliness and depression. Warrior Code sees martial arts as a powerful tool to make young people more mentally resilient. By providing structure, discipline and respect, martial arts helps them express emotions in a healthy way. In safe, certified gyms, trainers guide young people in their personal growth. Martial arts is thus not part of the problem, but rather an important part of the solution.

When I saw the fightcard for GLORY's first event of 2025, I thought to myself, "Nice good start to the year."

Sometimes a superfight simply has much more pulling power than a title fight.

Canelo's Next Fight: Mandatory Maze or Mega-Fight Bonanza?

The third column of The Kickboxing Podcast delves deeper into the comeback of the K-1 to Europe.

The Legacy of Art Jimmerson: UFC's One-Gloved Warrior

The Dark Side of Influencer Boxing: Balancing Fame, Money, and Integrity

Unfortunately, no win. Seina is a good and strong fighter. Actually, you shouldn't expect anything else at this level.

As a practitioner of Kyokushinkai karate for nearly 30 years, I've seen how karate has changed through the decades. Or rather, how it's stayed the same in many ways, while the world around it has changed. In this column I'll do a brief dive into this phenomenon, unearthing a hint of the true spirit of martial arts that unites all practitioners across all martial arts styles.

Dutch world champion Tessa de Kom on her balancing act between school and professional sports