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Every act of generosity—big or small—helps us bring more countries to Worlds and support the ones who have dedicated time and resources to attending each and every World Championship! Our mission is clear: develop the sport , raise tournament standards , drive sustainability initiatives , uphold equity commitments , and ensure fair play on and off the court. Together, we’re building a stronger, more inclusive future for roundnet. Individual — Each country will have the opportunity to have 3 men’s teams, 3 women’s teams, and 1 mixed team. The individual championships will feature both pool and bracket (knockout) stages). Squad — Each country may have up to 6 teams (up to 5 competing at a time with the option of fielding a substitution team) competing for their country in each division of the squad championship. In the same manner to previous championships, each country will seed their teams 1-5 and these seeds will play off against another country. Winning 3 of these games will result in a win for ones country. The squad championships will feature both pool and bracket (knockout) stages. The 2026 Roundnet World Championship will use the Premier Spike™ Kit and Big Ball ! Find registration details, qualification criteria, tournament formats, and player resources — everything you need to represent your country on the world stage. Providing experienced and impartial officiating to ensure fair play. Attendees can get certified today by taking the IRF Observer Exam. Access official guidelines, format and staff guidelines, and team registration information (housing and food) for your delegation. Witness the world’s top roundnet talent in action — Find information on tickets, schedule, travel, and accommodation to make the most of your experience. Offering powerful opportunities for brand visibility and community engagement, explore sponsorship packages by sending an email to: [email protected] . Seeking media, press, and journalism partnerships for on-site coverage at Worlds 2026, contact us below! From on-court coordination to event logistics — volunteers make this championship possible. Join and help create a world-class experience for everyone involved ! 📷 All pictures taken featured on the Worlds 2026 pages are from Corentin Bureau , Ruwen Shroeder and Pierre Staub .