Competitions
WWR Competition Regulations
The WWR Competition Regulations apply to all wheelchair rugby events sanctioned by World Wheelchair Rugby. Please refer to all documents listed here.
Documents:
WWR Competition Regulations
WWR Athlete Replacement Policy 2023
WWR Court Cleaning Guidelines
Tournament Awards Policy Mar. 18
WWR Technical Delegate Role Description-Update Aug 2023
WWR Competition Licensing Regulations
These Regulations detail the licensing by WWR of Wheelchair Rugby competition and/or matches where national teams represent National Member Organisations.
Documents:
WWR Competition Licensing Regulations
WWR Licensing Application (Appendix A)
WWR Licensing Regulations (Appendix B)
WWR Qualification Pathway 2024 Paris Paralympics
The document below summarises the qualification pathway for members to qualify for the 2024 Paris Paralympics Wheelchair Rugby
Documents:
WWR Qualification Pathway to 2024 Paris Paralympics Wheelchair Rugby
WWR 2024 PQT Qualification Slot Summary and Reallocation Rules
WWR 2025-2028 Competition Structure
The WWR Competitions working Group (CWG) has prepared a summary of the 2025-2028 Competition Structure. Please note that this is only provided to aide members in their planning. The CWG and WWR reserve the right to adjust this at its sole discretion if required.
The CWG is reviewing each Zone competition format which may drive change to what has been currently prepared. If you have any questions. please contact Tim Johnson via tim.johnson@worldwheelchair.rugby.
Documents:
WWR 2025-2028 Competition Structure
2025 WWR Championship Event –
Bid Applications
WWR is seeking bids to host the 2025 WWR Zone Championship events. These include Americas, Asia-Oceania and European Division A.
Please see all relevant details in the documents below.
Documents:
2025 WWR Championship Event Requirements.pdf
2025 WWR Championship Host Selection Process.pdf
2025 WWR Championships Host Application.docx
WWR 2026 World Championship Bid Applications
WWR is seeking bids to host the 2026 WWR World Championship. Please see all relevant details in the documents below.
Documents:
2026 WWR World Championship Event Requirements.pdf
2026 WWR World Championship Host Selection Process.pdf
2026 WWR World Championship Host Application.docx
WWR 2024 European Championship Division B Bid Applications
WWR is seeking bids to host the 2024 WWR European Championship Division B. Please see all relevant details in the documents below.
Documents:
2024 WWR European Championship Division B Event Requirements.pdf
2024 WWR European Championship Division B Host Selection Process.pdf
2024 WWR European Championship Division B Host Application.docx
WWR World Ranking Regulations
The World Ranking Regulations detail how WWR member countries that are active in international competition are added and ranked.
Documents:
WWR World Ranking Regulations
WWR Return to Train and Play Advisory Guidelines
Guidance on return to train and play specific to wheelchair rugby as governmental restrictions adopted to fight the spread of Covid-19 ease.
Documents:
WWR Practical Covid-19 Guidelines for Competition Organisers
WWR Covid-19 Medical Mitigation Plan – Regulation
Return to Train and Play Advisory Guidelines
COVID-19 Return to Competition Model
Wheelchair Rugby Athlete Checklist
WWR Logo, Branding & Partnership Guidelines
The WWR Logo, Branding and Partnership Guidelines, have been agreed upon by the board. To ensure a consistent approach towards the usage of Logos, Branding, Partner Engagement and Delivery.
Documents:
WWR Logo Branding and Partnership Guideline
WWR Graphical Charter
Terms of Reference – WWR Competitions Working Group
Documents:
Terms of Reference – WWR Competitions Working Group
Call for Applications – WWR Technical Delegate
WWR is seeking applications for Technical Delegate (TD) and Assistant Technical Delegate (ATD) positions for events from 2023 – 2026 to supplement the current list of TDs on file.
Documents:
Call for Applications – WWR Technical Delegate
WWR Technical Delegate Role Description Update Aug 2023
WWR Event Entry Guide
This document is for Members needing guidance on entering events.
Documents:
WWR Event Entry Guide
WWR Nationality Regulations
This information is now available within Regulation 3.0 Eligibility, of the WWR Regulations.