Olbia hosts World Boccia Challenger for Los Angeles 2028 qualification

The fifth edition of the Olbia 2026 World Boccia Challenger is scheduled to take place from October 12 to 20 at the PalaGeovillage in Olbia, Italy. Organized by World Boccia and the Federazione Italiana Bocce, the event serves as a critical qualification step for the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympic Games.

The competition will feature 22 national teams and over 200 participants, including 77 athletes competing in BC1, BC2, BC3, and BC4 individual categories, as well as pairs and team competitions. The inaugural ceremony is set for October 13, with individual matches running from October 14 to 17, followed by pairs and team events on October 18 and 19.

Roberto Favre, president of the Federazione Italiana Bocce, noted that the Challenger is a fundamental stage for the growth of Italian boccia, emphasizing investments in both established athletes and the Under 23 generation. Italy will be represented by several top-ranked players, including Gabriele Zendron.