Team Melli of Iran secured third place at the Karate 1-Premier League in Hangzhou, placing behind Japan and Egypt. Athlete Atousa Golshadnezhad won her final, while other competitors faced challenging bouts. The tournament featured 381 participants from 68 countries.
The Karate 1-Premier League concluded with Team Melli of Iran securing third place, following Japan and Egypt. The competition, held in Hangzhou, saw participation from 381 karate practitioners representing 68 countries. Among the notable performances, Atousa Golshadnezhad clinched a victory in the Female Kumite -61kg final against Germany’s Khamis Reem, winning narrowly with a score of 4-3.
In the Female Kumite -55kg final, Fatemeh Saadati suffered a defeat to Japan’s Rina Kodo, concluding the match with a score of 4-0. Meanwhile, Saleh Abazari faced Georgia’s Merabi Gelashvili in the Male Kumite +84kg final but fell short with a 5-3 result. Iran demonstrated competitive spirit in the bronze medal bouts, with Bahman Asgari Ghoncheh defeating Croatia’s Ivan Martinca 1-0 in the Male Kumite -75kg event.
Additionally, Mehdi Khodabakhshi secured a 3-0 victory over the Netherlands’ Brian Timmermans in the Male Kumite -84kg division. This event showcased the high level of talent and skill present among the athletes, marking a significant achievement for Iranian karate on an international stage.
In conclusion, Team Melli’s performance at the Karate 1-Premier League, culminating in a third-place finish, exemplified their competitive capabilities against strong global contenders. Notable victories included Atousa Golshadnezhad’s success in her weight division, highlighting Iran’s emerging talent in karate. Overall, the tournament reflected the growing prominence of karate as a competitive sport internationally.
Original Source: en.mehrnews.com
