Genesis X2 Will be the Only Official Red Bull Kumite US Qualifier

Red Bull Kumite is returning to its roots by landing back in Paris after nearly six years of traveling the world. With it, there will be a series of qualifiers for Europe as a whole, but only one seat available for a competitor in the US. Today, it was confirmed that San Jose's Genesis X2 will be the qualifier event for that seat in mid-February.

As noted by the tournament organizers, only the winner will receive all paid travel expenses to attend Red Bull Kumite 2025 in Paris. It will be the only qualifier spot afforded to a US-based event this year as well. The prize pool for the tournament has been increased as well, according to the organizers.