About
World Archery (Fédération Mondiale de Tir à l'Arc) is the IOC-recognized international federation governing archery, headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland. Its official website is the definitive online destination for athletes, fans, coaches, national federations, and media covering the sport at the highest level. The platform provides comprehensive coverage of the Hyundai Archery World Cup — archery's premier annual international circuit — celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2026 with stages across Puebla, Shanghai, Antalya, and Madrid, culminating in the grand final in Saltillo, Mexico. It also covers the Olympic Games, Paralympic Games, World Archery Championships, and Indoor World Series. Key features include live event streaming, real-time results, a searchable athlete statistics database, world records across all disciplines, and official sport rules. Rich multimedia content — photo albums, YouTube highlights, and social media integration — keeps the global archery community engaged year-round. A dedicated Extranet provides federation members and officials with administrative resources, while an official shop and event-hosting guides round out the offering. Whether you are an athlete tracking rankings, a journalist seeking press materials, or a fan following your favourite archer, World Archery's website is the single authoritative source for international archery information.
Key Features
- Live Event Streaming: Watch archery competitions live and follow real-time results from World Cup stages, Championships, and Olympic events.
- Athlete Profiles & World Rankings: Browse detailed profiles, world rankings, and full competition histories for elite archers across all disciplines.
- World Records & Official Statistics: Access up-to-date world records and a comprehensive statistics database covering all archery disciplines and age categories.
- News & Multimedia Hub: Stay current with breaking news, feature stories, photo galleries, and YouTube video highlights from international competitions.
- Official Rules & Federation Resources: Find the complete rulebook, fair play policies, event hosting guidelines, and member Extranet access for national federations.
Use Cases
- Archery fans tracking live results, news, and standings from the Hyundai World Cup circuit and major championships
- Athletes and coaches referencing official world records, discipline rules, and global rankings to benchmark performance
- Sports journalists and broadcasters accessing official press materials, athlete bios, and multimedia assets for coverage
- National federation officials using the Extranet for administrative resources and event hosting documentation
- Researchers and sports analysts studying longitudinal archery statistics and international competition data
Pros
- Authoritative & Accurate: As the official international federation, all data — rankings, records, rules — is primary-source and fully trustworthy.
- Comprehensive Global Coverage: Covers every major archery event from the Olympics and Paralympics to World Cups and indoor series in one place.
- Completely Free to Access: News, athlete statistics, world records, and event streams are freely available to anyone without a subscription.
Cons
- Archery-Only Scope: Content is exclusively focused on archery, making it irrelevant to anyone outside the archery community.
- Limited Personalisation: The site is primarily an informational portal with minimal personalised features such as athlete watchlists or custom alerts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is World Archery?
World Archery (Fédération Mondiale de Tir à l'Arc) is the IOC-recognised international federation that governs the sport of archery worldwide, headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland.
Which events does World Archery organise or sanction?
World Archery sanctions the Olympic and Paralympic archery competitions, the Hyundai Archery World Cup series, the World Archery Championships, the Indoor World Series, and various other international events.
Can I watch archery competitions live on the website?
Yes. The website provides live streaming links and embedded streams for select major competitions, as well as video highlights on its YouTube channel.
Is the World Archery website free to use?
Yes, all public content including news, athlete profiles, world records, and statistics is free. The Extranet section is restricted to accredited federation members and officials.
Where is World Archery located?
World Archery is headquartered at Maison du Sport International, Avenue de Rhodanie 54, 1007 Lausanne, Switzerland.
