Media are advised that accreditation for the 2018 International Blind Sports Federation (IBSA) Judo World Championships taking place in Odivelas, Portugal, from 16-18 November is open.

As well as the titles on offer, the competition will offer world ranking points towards qualification for the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games.

Around 300 athletes from more than 30 countries will compete. These include a huge number of world, regional and Paralympic champions.

Accreditation and more information is available from [email protected].

Competition will be held at the Pavilhão Multiusos de Odivelas between 16-18 November from 10am each day. The draw will take place on 15 November at the Hotel Olaias Park at 8pm.

All the action will be shown live at IBSA’s YouTube channel and IBSA Judo’s Facebook.