World Backgammon Federation facts for kids
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Region served
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Worldwide |
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President
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Bernhard Mayr |
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European Backgammon Federation |
The World Backgammon Federation (WBGF) is a group that helps and promotes the game of backgammon all over the world. It used to be called the European Backgammon Federation (EUBGF) until 2018.
The WBGF works to make sure backgammon is played fairly everywhere. They also help to rank players and set up local groups for the game. One of their main goals is to have backgammon recognized as a "mind sport." This means it's seen as a game that uses a lot of thinking and strategy, like chess.
The main office for the WBGF is in Schwaz, Austria.
What the WBGF Does
The World Backgammon Federation has several important jobs. They create and manage the rules for backgammon tournaments around the world. This helps make sure everyone plays by the same standards.
They also help to rank backgammon players. This means they figure out how good players are compared to each other. The WBGF also helps to create and support smaller backgammon groups in different areas.
Who Are Their Members?
Many countries have their own backgammon organizations. These groups can become members of the WBGF. Being a member means they agree to follow the WBGF's rules and help promote backgammon in their country.
Here are some of the countries that are members of the WBGF:
- Argentina
- Australia
- Austria
- Belgium
- Canada
- Cyprus
- Czechia
- Denmark
- Egypt
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Hungary
- Iceland
- Ireland
- Italy
- Japan
- Montenegro
- New Zealand
- Norway
- Romania
- Serbia
- South Africa
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Turkey
- United Arab Republic
- United Kingdom
- United States
See also
- List of world backgammon champions
