The USMF sanctioned United States National Muaythai Team competes at the IFMA World Championships in 2009. The IFMA World Championships are the premier international event for Amateur Muaythai. They are widely recognized as the highest level of competition for amateur Muaythai while the sport works toward Olympic acceptance. The US National Team is selected each year by the United Staes Muaythai Federation, (USMF). The National team would like to thank all its sponsors, and especially Fairtex.

IFMA General Secretary Stephan Fox travelled to Lausanne in November '09 to attend the SportAccord IF Sports Forum. While in Lausanne, he gave an interview to SportAccord Television on the subject of Muaythai at the upcoming SportAccord Combat Games in Beijing.

Undoubtedly, 2010 will be a historical year for all martial arts and combat sports due to the first edition of the Sportaccord Combat Games where the 13 GAISF/Sportaccord recognized combat sports have been joined under the umbrella of Sportaccord. And what city would be more appropriate for hosting this event than Beijing; the host city of the unforgettable 2008 Olympic Games. The International Olympics Committee have given patronage to the Games which certainly outlines the credibility of this event and the ongoing partnership between the GAISF/Sportccord and the IOC.

Mark your calenders from the 28th of August until September 4th for Beijing, China, is a must in every martial arts enthusiasts calender.