The IPSC World Shoot Handgun Championship 2025 will fire up at the Border Shooting Range in Marloth Park, South Africa, in September 2025! Known as the “Ultimate Test of Shooting“, this prestigious event brings together over 1,800 elite shooters from 51 countries for an intense competition of speed and precision over ten days.
As the highest-level IPSC event (Level V), this World Shoot is a grand celebration of the shooting world and the annual highlight of the global shooting community. The scale of the competition is massive, with participants needing to undergo professional training to qualify. Shooters must be active IPSC members in their respective regions, approved by regional directors, and selected through a series of qualification events to ensure the competitive level and authority of the event. This makes the IPSC World Shoot 2025 the ultimate annual spectacle for competitive shooting.
Event Highlights
Professional Shooting Infrastructure
The pre match will take place from September 16-20, 2025, and the official competition will begin from September 22-27, 2025. The host city, Matlosana, consists of three connected towns. Known for its rich historical sites and natural landscapes, the Border Shooting Range in Matlosana, South Africa, is one of the country’s top shooting facilities. With its multi-scenario shooting range design and professional support, it provides the ultimate battleground for contestants to test their full range of skills.
The Four National Shooting Ambassadors: M300 Series Powers Extreme Competition
For this event, four brand ambassadors of EARMOR will compete for their national teams, all wearing the M300 series hearing protection headsets. They are: Jaime representing Brazil; Bryant representing Philippines; Jaratphot representing Thailand; Aurora representing China in the pre match, proudly wearing EARMOR gear to fight for honor!
Brand Ambassador:
- Jaime Saldanha Jr (Brazil, Open Division)
- Bryant Yu (Philippines, Production Optic Division)
- MR. JARATPHOT SRIRATTANAN (Thailand, Standard Division)
- Aurora (China, representing EARMOR in the pre match)
Jamie
Jaratphot
Aurora Bryant Yu
The Champion DNA of the M300X Unveiled
To support their performance, the EARMOR M300X tactical headset is designed to offer clear communication and comfort, helping competitors stay focused and connected during the event.
Impressive Noise Cancellation Performance
With a professional-grade noise reduction capability of up to SNR 30dB, tested and certified according to the EN 352 – 1:2020 international standard, the M300X effectively blocks high-intensity noises like gunshots, protecting the user’s hearing health. In a shooting environment with significant noise, it can reduce harmful sounds to a safe level, allowing the user to focus on the competition without worrying about hearing damage.
Precision Sound Pickup Function
Equipped with four highly sensitive omnidirectional microphones and advanced “AIC” smart digital chip technology, the M300X accurately captures and enhances key ambient sounds. In complex competition scenarios, the shooter can clearly hear surrounding dynamics, such as referee commands or opponent movements, ensuring safety and gaining a tactical advantage to improve performance.
Lightweight Design: Comfort and Personality Combined
The M300X features a lightweight design with dual-layer breathable gel ear pads and an adjustable ergonomic headband. This combination ensures that even in the hot weather of South Africa, the shooter can maintain focus and comfort throughout the competition.
Event Schedule
Pre Match:
From Tuesday, September 16, 2025 to Saturday, September 20, 2025
Each day starts at 6:30 AM, with time slots of 25-35 minutes per round.
Regional Divisions
The competition is divided into 5 regions (AREA 1-5), each containing multiple shooting stages (Stage).
Other Information
- Number of Stages: 30 standardized stages (including 10 newly designed stages)
- Stage Types: Dynamic moving targets, obstacle courses, low-light environment simulations, etc.
- Scoring Criteria: IPSC’s classic balance principle (Accuracy, Power, Speed)
As the gunshots echo across the African plains, EARMOR proudly cheers for the South African World Shoot! Wishing every competitor the best of luck!