8 to 19 August 2023: XXXII World University Games 2023

Next summer, from 8 to 19 August, the XXXII World University Games 2023 will start in Ekaterinburg. Competitions will be held in 18 types of sports, including three additional ones chosen by the Russian side: boxing, rugby and sambo. An artistic block will make its debut appearance. It will consist of three categories: music, dance and public art. 247 sets of medals will be awarded during the competition.

The capital of the Urals is preparing to host more than 11,500 athletes. The stadiums are expected to gather about 800,000 guests and fans of the event. The Universiade will be held at 24 sports facilities, 8 of which are still under construction. Three heroes became mascots of the 32nd Summer Universiade: a malachite girl Hitti, an amateur athlete deer Jaggy and a sable-musician Kedry.