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The Youth Olympic Games (YOG) is a multi-sport event organized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) for athletes between the ages of 15 and 18. The qualification process for the YOG varies depending on the sport and the International Federation (IF) governing that sport.
Here are the general steps to qualify for the Youth Olympic Games:
- International Federation (IF) qualification: Each IF sets its own qualification criteria, which may include ranking lists, continental championships, and/or world championships.
- Continental qualification: The five continental organizations (African, Asian, European, Oceania, and Pan American) may also hold their own qualification events or use their own ranking systems to select athletes for the YOG.
- National Olympic Committee (NOC) selection: Each NOC selects its athletes based on the IF and continental qualification criteria, as well as its own national championships and selection procedures.
- YOG qualification events: The IOC and IFs may also organize specific qualification events, such as the Youth Olympic Games Qualification Regatta (for sailing) or the Youth Olympic Games Qualification Tournament (for basketball).
Here are some specific qualification details for popular sports:
- Athletics: The IAAF (International Association of Athletics Federations) uses a combination of world rankings and continental championships to select athletes for the YOG.
- Swimming: The FINA (Fédération Internationale de Natation) uses a combination of world rankings and continental championships to select athletes for the YOG.
- Gymnastics: The FIG (Fédération Internationale de Gymnastique) uses a combination of world championships and continental championships to select athletes for the YOG.
- Basketball: The FIBA (International Basketball Federation) uses a combination of continental championships and national team rankings to select athletes for the YOG.
- Sailing: The ISAF (International Sailing Federation) uses a combination of world championships and continental championships to select athletes for the YOG.
Please note that qualification criteria may vary depending on the sport and the IF governing that sport. It's best to check with the relevant IF or NOC for specific qualification details.