A new international competition is challenging conventional ideas of sport and aging with the launch of the Longevity World Cup (LWC)—a global event where participants compete not in speed or strength, but in reversing their biological age.
Founded by entrepreneur Adam Ficsor, the Longevity World Cup positions aging itself as the central opponent. The initiative aims to transform the pursuit of healthspan into a measurable, competitive sport, blending scientific rigor with personal discipline.
“This sport brings back that drive,” said Ficsor, reflecting on his own experience confronting aging at age 30. “It reframes survival into a contest worth joining and winning—not just about adding years at the end of life, but proving that aging itself can be slowed, reversed, and mastered through discipline.”
A New Kind of Athlete
Unlike traditional athletic contests, the LWC is open to anyone willing to undergo laboratory testing and submit scientifically validated results. The competition is anchored by PhenoAge, a biomarker developed by Dr. Morgan Levine of the University of California, Los Angeles. PhenoAge calculates biological age using blood-based indicators such as glucose, creatinine, C-reactive protein, and white blood cell count.
Participants are ranked based on the difference between their chronological and biological age, with higher scores awarded to those who demonstrate measurable reversal. Submissions must include complete test panels conducted on the same day to ensure consistency.
Competitors may enter with a single valid test or submit multiple results throughout the season. Rankings are determined by the best PhenoAge achieved, allowing for ongoing improvement. Registration remains open until December 2025, with full details available at www.longevityworldcup.com.
Inclusive and Intergenerational
The competition is structured across multiple divisions, including men’s, women’s, and open leagues, as well as generational brackets such as Baby Boomers and Millennials. This format encourages both peer-based and intergenerational comparisons, fostering a diverse and inclusive sporting environment.
One of the top-ranked participants, Zdeñek Sipek, described the mindset required for success: “Expect to live long. Set a target—100, 120, or beyond. Commit to the identity of longevity, follow your protocol, and pursue it no matter the weather, no matter how you feel when you wake up. That commitment becomes your training.”
Science Meets Strategy
The LWC is designed to evolve alongside advancements in longevity science. While the inaugural season relies on PhenoAge for its accessibility and reliance on routine blood markers, future editions may incorporate alternative aging clocks and technologies.
Organizers emphasize that the competition is not merely symbolic. It formalizes the pursuit of age reversal into a structured sport, distinguishing itself from wellness challenges or general health tracking. By treating biological age as a quantifiable metric, the LWC introduces a new paradigm where science and personal ambition intersect.
Bitcoin-Powered Prize Pool
In a nod to emerging financial trends, the Longevity World Cup will distribute its prize pool in Bitcoin. Ninety percent of donations will be allocated to participant rewards, with the remaining ten percent covering administrative costs. The top three athletes in the “ultimate league” will receive their winnings in mid-January 2026, following the close of the season.
Cultural Shift in the Making
The Longevity World Cup represents more than a competition—it signals a cultural shift in how aging is perceived and pursued. By turning age reversal into a sport, it encourages individuals to take proactive control of their health and longevity.
As Ficsor puts it, “It’s not just about living longer—it’s about proving that we can live better, and that aging is not a passive process but a challenge we can train for.”
For more information and to register, visit www.longevityworldcup.com.
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