2026 IWBF Women's Repechage

The 2026 IWBF Women’s Repechage is the final qualification tournament for teams seeking to earn their place at the 2026 IWBF World Championships. The event will be held in Madrid, Spain.

Event Details

Host: Spanish Federation of Sports for People with Physical Disabilities (FEDDF)
Location: Madrid, Spain
Competition Dates: 8–11 June 2026
Team Arrival: 5 June 2026
Team Departure: 12 June 2026
Venue: TENPLE Sports Complex, Madrid

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About the

IWBF Repechage

The IWBF Repechage Tournaments are the final qualification stage for teams seeking a spot in major international wheelchair basketball competitions, such as the Paralympic Games and World Championships. These tournaments provide nations with one last chance to earn a place in these prestigious events, ensuring that the best teams from around the world are represented.

The inaugural Repechage Tournaments, which acted as the ultimate qualification for the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, took place in 2024.

Participating Teams

Qualified Teams

Spain (Host)
Germany
Argentina
Colombia
Australia
Thailand
France*
Final spot to be confirmed following the IWBF Africa Championship

*Awarded the additional zonal spot, as Spain, who qualified through the zone, receive the host spot.

Qualification

The Women's Repechage provides the final opportunity for FOUR teams to secure their place at the 2026 IWBF World Championships in Ottawa, Canada.

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