The European Masters Games (EMG) is a multi-sport event, consisting of summer sports, that is held every four years. The age categories vary depending on the sport but the competition is generally for people 30–35 years or older. The first games were held in 2008 in Malmö, Sweden. The European Masters Games are held once every four year, with the next games being held in 2015 in Nice, France. The International Masters Games Association (IMGA), which is based in Lausanne, Switzerland, is the body responsible for the bidding and placing of the games.
Read more about European Masters Games: Editions, International Organisation, EMG 2008 in Malmö, Sweden, EMG 2011 in Lignano Sabbiadoro, Italy, EMG 2015 in Nice, France
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