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Grevemberg to Leave Role as Commonwealth Games CEO

By United World Wrestling Press

David Grevemberg is stepping down as chief executive of the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF), the organization has announced.

Grevemberg has held the role since November 2014 following a spell at the helm of the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, and is set to leave his GGF role on March 5.

In 2015, Grevemberg oversaw the development and launch of the organization's strategic plan entitled Transformation 2022.

Grevemberg said it had been "a privilege" to work within the Commonwealth Sport Movement for more than a decade and he was "proud" of the work he had achieved during his tenure.

"I am enormously proud of the work that we have achieved and continue to drive through our strategy, Transformation 2022, which has always been delivered in ambitious partnership with our team, our leadership and our passionate global network of members and Commonwealth athletes," said Grevemberg. 

“Grevemberg has had a positive impact on the Commonwealth Games during his time as CEO and will leave the federation in a place to succeed for many years to come. I wish him all the best in his future endeavours,” said UWW president Nenad Lalovic.

Grevemberg, a former wrestler was the Executive Director of The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) prior to becoming CEO of the Commonwealth Games.

United World Wrestling launches UWW+ Yearly Pass

By United World Wrestling Press

CORSIER-SUR-VEVEY, Switzerland (February 1) --- United World Wrestling announces the launch of its UWW+ yearly pass. After the successful launch of UWW+, UWW has decided to offer wrestling content to all of its fans all year around.

Wrestling fans will be able to choose their pass based on their content preferences. Three different passes will be offered throughout the year:

  • Yearly pass: The yearly pass is a 365-day rolling subscription. Those fans with a yearly pass will be able to access all the live stream tournaments, exclusive content, behind the scenes content and video on demand content.

  • Tournament pass: Fans will be able to choose specific events they're most interested in. Cost might vary based on the popularity and significance of the event. The tournament pass will give fans access to the live stream of that specific tournament and also special features, interviews, and previews exclusive to each event.

  • Daily pass: The daily pass is a 24-hour pass ideal for fans who can't commit to watching an entire tournament but don't want to miss out on specific days or wrestlers. Those fans who purchase a daily pass will have access to all matches, highlights, and content for 24 hours from the time of purchase.

The yearly pass will be available to purchase starting February 1st, 2024 and an early bird discount of 15% off will be offered during the month of February with the promo code UWW15. Wrestling fans will save at least 30% by purchasing the yearly pass.