Press conference in Mannheim

On May 29, 2024, the press conference for the Tug of War World Championship took place at the Kunsthalle in Mannheim.

During the event, important questions from numerous press representatives were addressed, and details about the tournament’s schedule were announced. ‘The Tug of War World Championships continue the series of international sports events in Mannheim. We are delighted to have brought this World Championship to Mannheim, and we look forward to hosting many athletes and their fans. I am confident that our international community will properly support and cheer for their national teams,’ said Mayor Christian Specht, who highlighted the event by personally taking hold of the rope. Additionally, Sports Mayor Ralf Eisenhauer happily announced, ‘The sports infrastructure in Mannheim is very well-developed and perfectly suited for such events. Alongside the Herbert-Lucy Hall, the historic stadium at Alsenweg will be the center of the action.”