Dan Merkley
The world’s top phygital clubs and athletes have earned their place. Now, the countdown to Astana begins.
Clubs and athletes nominated by WPC Gold Members have been awarded direct slots to the Games of the Future 2026 following a competitive evaluation process.
Athletes and clubs from across the phygital community book their places at the Games of the Future 2026 following five days of competition.
The road to the Games of the Future 2026 continues this week as Phygital Contenders Astana 2026 gets underway in Astana
The results of the 2025/2026 Incentive Program have been announced, recognizing members across Gold, Silver and Bronze status tiers
Joining global esports and phygital leaders in Bar, Dan Merkley took part in discussions on governance, collaboration, and the growth of phygital sport
After a thrilling season of competition, the climax of the phygital calendar is almost here – with only Phygital Contenders now standing between clubs and Games of the Future glory
Trip comes as Phygital Spain stages the country’s first ranked competitions
Eight disciplines, 12 days of competition and a $US4.75m prize pool await the world’s best phygital athletes in Astana, Kazakhstan.
The framework enables members to vote transparently on key governance decisions, strengthening participation and trust across phygital sport