The president of the International Sambo Federation (FIAS) Vassili Šestakov gave the 6.-8. ahead of the 50th Sambo World Championships in the capital of Uzbekistan in November, symbolic credentials in the form of figurines to both fighters. Credentials recognize their responsibility in the international representation and promotion of sport.
Fedor Emelianenko and Islam Makhachov receive ceremonial credentials ahead of the 50th Sambo World Championships in Uzbekistan
Emelianenko is a four-time world champion in combat sambo, Makhachov also won the world champion title in the area. Both became masters of mixed martial arts.
Two Russian fighters will participate in the tournament as guests of honor along with other former sambo champions.
Emelianenko was the sport’s first official global ambassador and has been promoting it for years. Makhachov received the honorary title in February 2026.
At a ceremony in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, Islam Makhachov and Fedor Emelianenko were officially recognized as ambassadors of sambo 🇺🇿 Both were given an official power of attorney before the Sambo World Championships, which will take place in Tashkent on 6-8. in November. martial arts in Sambo and will be at the tournament as guests of honor.
— Red Corner MMA (@RedCorner_MMA)
November 5, 2026