The second day of the 2025 Karate 1-Youth League in Fujairah saw the first winners of the season crowned in the junior categories. The opening tournament of the season delivered thrilling performances on day 2 as young athletes from around the world clashed for glory.

Junior Kata Female: Rita Marques Shines for Portugal

Rita Marques of Portugal claimed victory in the Junior Kata Female category, defeating her compatriot Inês Oliveira. Marques scored 42.30 to Oliveira’s 41.50, showcasing precision and grace to secure the gold.

Junior Kata Male: Naufal Putra Diandra Triumphs

Indonesia’s Naufal Putra Diandra emerged victorious in the Junior Kata Male category. He outperformed Martim Oliveira of Portugal with a score of 41.80 to 39.70, demonstrating exceptional technique and focus.

Junior Kumite Female -48 kg: Jafarnejadivrigh Takes the Title

Fatemeh Jafarnejadivrigh of Iran clinched the gold in the Junior Kumite Female -48 kg category. She narrowly defeated Alina Arapova, representing the Individual Neutral Athletes, with a 4-3 win in a tense and tactical bout.

Junior Kumite Female -53 kg: Teshaboyeva Dominates

Mohinur Teshaboyeva of Uzbekistan showcased her power and skill in the Junior Kumite Female -53 kg division, defeating Arnella Gubashieva of the Individual Neutral Athletes with a decisive 4-0 score.

Junior Kumite Female -59 kg: Liaskalo Victorious

Sofiia Liaskalo, competing for the Individual Neutral Athletes, secured gold in the Junior Kumite Female -59 kg category. She delivered a dominant 4-0 performance against Sude Tural Esem of Turkiye.

Junior Kumite Female -66 kg: Abuzeed Wins for Egypt

Yasmeen Abuzeed of Egypt displayed exceptional defensive skills to beat Elize Bauld of Scotland 3-0 in the Junior Kumite Female -66 kg category, earning her spot at the top of the podium.

Junior Kumite Female 66+ kg: Hakova Celebrates Victory

Amalie Hakova of the Czech Republic captured the gold in the Junior Kumite Female 66+ kg category with a solid 3-0 win over Roaa Mohamed of Egypt, showcasing remarkable agility and precision.

Junior Kumite Male -55 kg: Aidarbek Edges Out Rival

Dinmukhamed Aidarbek of Kazakhstan secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Khumoyunmirzo Khalimov of Uzbekistan in the Junior Kumite Male -55 kg category, highlighting his tactical prowess.

Junior Kumite Male -61 kg: Bemalian Claims Gold

Daniel Bemalian, representing the Individual Neutral Athletes, triumphed in the Junior Kumite Male -61 kg division, narrowly defeating Joe Gallagher of Scotland 3-2 in a gripping contest.

Junior Kumite Male -68 kg: Zoueini Dominates

Belgium’s Rayan Zoueini displayed offensive brilliance in the Junior Kumite Male -68 kg category, defeating Luis Corao of the United States 10-4 in a high-scoring bout.

Junior Kumite Male -76 kg: Kosakyan Secures Victory

Suren Kosakyan of Armenia emerged victorious in the Junior Kumite Male -76 kg category with a close 3-2 win over Mohammadhossein Farahani of Iran, showcasing excellent timing and strategy.

Junior Kumite Male 76+ kg: Alqahtani Wins Gold for Saudi Arabia

Abdullah Alqahtani of Saudi Arabia rounded off the day with a convincing 5-1 victory over Mohamed Salah Eldin Abdelrahman of Egypt in the Junior Kumite Male 76+ kg category, demonstrating speed and strength.

The second day of the 2025 Karate 1-Youth League Fujairah celebrated young talent from around the globe. With champions crowned across all junior categories, the tournament set an exciting tone for the rest of the season.

2025 KARATE 1-YOUTH LEAGUE FUJAIRAH