The Panamerican Karate Championships will take place this month in Santiago de los Caballeros, the second largest city in the Dominican Republic. Some 400 athletes are expected to compete in what is the most important regional karate sport event. Competitors are expected from 18 regional countries. The event opens in Santiago on 27 April and will close on 3 May. It will be held at the Palacio de los Deportes of the city of Santiago. The event is organized in the Dominican Republic by the Dominican Karate Federation that is presided by Angel Acosta.
