The 2025 Karate 1-Youth League kicked off in Fujairah with an electrifying first day, marking the start of the largest celebration of youth karate. The first champions were crowned across U21 categories, showcasing incredible skill and fierce competition.

U21 Kata Female: Chiara Manca of Belgium Triumphs Over Amalia Akhmad Syifa
Belgium’s Chiara Manca claimed victory in the U21 Kata Female category, showcasing exceptional form and precision. She outscored Amalia Akhmad Syifa of Indonesia with a decisive 40.70 to 38.70, demonstrating control and technique.

U21 Kata Male: Guido Polsinelli of Italy Secures Gold
In an all-Italian final, Guido Polsinelli emerged victorious over his compatriot Luigi Matacchioni. With a score of 41.50 to 40.80, Guido Polsinelli displayed superior power and rhythm.

U21 Kumite Female -50 kg: Teodora Tsaneva Dominates with Defensive Mastery
Teodora Tsaneva of Bulgaria showcased her skills and strategic precision to defeat Madinabonu Olimova of Uzbekistan 2-0. Tsaneva's tactical approach and well-timed counters secured her the gold.

U21 Kumite Female -55 kg: Fatemeh Yousefi Dehnavi Shines for Iran
Iran’s Fatemeh Yousefi Dehnavi displayed a determined and calculated offense to defeat Polina Lavrova, representing Individual Neutral Athletes, with a convincing 3-0 score.

U21 Kumite Female -61 kg: Altanabasa Ngova Delivers Dominant Performance
Altanabasa Ngova, competing as an Individual Neutral Athlete, delivered a flawless performance by defeating Paria Alizadeh Chamazketi of Iran 7-0. Her swift attacks and superiority were unmatched, making her victory one of the most decisive of the day.

U21 Kumite Female -68 kg: Aida Bikmetova Clinches Narrow Victory
Aida Bikmetova, representing Individual Neutral Athletes, secured a hard-fought 6-5 win against Eirini Katsika of Greece. In a match filled with intense exchanges, Bikmetova’s strategic moves gave her the edge in this closely contested bout.

U21 Kumite Male -60 kg: Abolfazl Hamdamjoo Shows Unstoppable Offense
Iran’s Abolfazl Hamdamjoo delivered an outstanding performance, defeating Sultan Alqahtani of Saudi Arabia with a commanding 8-0 score. His attacks and technique left no room for a counter, earning him a well-deserved gold medal.

U21 Kumite Male -67 kg: Jordan Sibille Edges Past Artem Mozgovoi
Luxembourg’s Jordan Sibille showcased remarkable resilience and strategic brilliance to defeat Artem Mozgovoi of Individual Neutral Athletes 2-1. In a closely matched contest, Sibille’s precise scoring made the difference.

U21 Kumite Male -75 kg: Rustam Akhmedov Outclasses Gadzhi Gadzhiev
In a clash of Individual Neutral Athletes, Rustam Akhmedov emerged victorious over Gadzhi Gadzhiev with a solid 4-2 score. Akhmedov’s sharp counters ensured his dominance, earning him the top spot in this category.

U21 Kumite Male -84 kg: Eduard Gasparian Secures Gold with Defensive Prowess
Eduard Gasparian of Individual Neutral Athletes showcased excellent defensive techniques to defeat Pascal Deutsch of Germany 4-0. His strategic approach and precise counters were key to his victory.

U21 Kumite Male +84 kg: Amir Zouaoui Clinches Victory for France
Amir Zouaoui of France delivered a powerful performance to beat Pawel Kiryluk of Poland 2-1. In a tightly contested match, Zouaoui’s speed and agility proved decisive, securing the final gold of the day.

The first day of the 2025 Karate 1-Youth League in Fujairah set the stage for an exciting competition, with athletes from around the world showcasing incredible talent and determination. The competition continues Friday with the Junior categories taking the stage.

2025 KARATE 1-YOUTH LEAGUE FUJAIRAH