Toughest
Firefighter Alive

WFG 26 TFA Committee

The World Firefighters Games, held biennially, are a celebration of the bravery, skill, and dedication of firefighters. Participants compete in a range of athletic and firefighting-related events designed to showcase their physical fitness, technical expertise, and teamwork. The 16th edition of the Games is expected to attract participants and their families from over 50 countries, making it one of the most significant global gatherings of firefighting professionals.

The World Firefighters Games, held biennially, are a celebration of the bravery, skill, and dedication of firefighters. Participants compete in a range of athletic and firefighting-related events designed to showcase their physical fitness, technical expertise, and teamwork. The 16th edition of the Games is expected to attract participants and their families from over 50 countries, making it one of the most significant global gatherings of firefighting professionals.

Andrew Birch

Director, WFG26 Sports & Competitions Chairman, TFA Committee

John Hartley

Executive Director, World Firefighters Games Advisor, TFA Committee

Darryl Ray

31 years in the fire service 12 years as a
competitor

Kevin Ruane

20 years in fire service development 14
years as a competitor

Joachim Posanz

27+ years in the fire service 23 years as a
competitor

Paulo Almeida

21+ years in firefighting & training 12 years
organizing firefighter challenges

Sarah McGill

12 years as a firefighter & paramedic 3+
years as a competitor

Steve McSweeney

40 years in fire & emergency services 34
years as a competitor

May Tommervold

11 years in fire service 7 years as a
competitor