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One Championship Agent Certification Program Includes Mandatory 1-Year Residence in Asia

Effective immediately, ONE Championship has strengthened its Agent Certification to global standards similar to those of the top global sports media properties in the world such as NFL and MLB.

— Chatri Sityodtong (@yodchatri) April 29, 2019

One Championship announced Monday that it has increased the minimum requirements to become a certified agent, manager or advisor who represents one of Singapore-based mixed martial arts promotion’s athletes.

In order to represent a One Championship athlete, an agent must be accredited with the One Agent Certification. The following criteria must be met in order for an agent to represent any fighter competing under the promotion’s banner:

- Currently a resident in Asia for at least one year
- No prior criminal record
No history or current ongoing matters of legal or lawsuit activity with any athlete
A minimum of 10 years of related experience in the martial arts industry
Must possess a college or university degree

According to a release, the accreditation program will allow its fighters “the opportunity to make better-informed decisions about their careers, empowering each athlete by making available a comprehensive disclosure of facts relevant to the ability of a professional to serve as a fiduciary representative or advisor, and by regulating the conduct of each individual engaged in the functions of an agent or advisor or in recruiting and providing services for athletes.