The latest news and top stories on the World Games. A prominent international multi-sport event, the World Games is governed by the International World Games Association (IWGA), a non-profit organisation based in Lausanne, Switzerland. Recognised by the International Olympic Committee, its primary mission is to showcase sports and disciplines not featured in the Olympic Games. Held quadrennially, the event provides a global platform for elite athletes, fostering the popularity and prominence of diverse sports. Since its inception in Santa Clara USA in 1981, it has become the second-most significant multi-sport event worldwide.