Islamabad (Sportsnaama Report):
The Pakistan Taekwondo Federation is proud to announce that it will host the Combaxx 7th Asian Taekwondo Open Championships 2025, scheduled from 14 to 20 February 2025 at the Liaquat Gymnasium, Islamabad.
This major international event will feature 113 Poomsae athletes from 22 countries, along with 200 international delegates, including athletes, officials, and referees. Additionally, the championship will witness fierce competitions in the Kyorugi category, comprising:
Junior Division: 110 Participants
Senior Division: 302 Participants
The championship promises to be one of the largest Taekwondo events in the region, with over 400 Kyorugi participants, further highlighting Pakistan’s growing prominence in the global Taekwondo arena.
The confirmed countries and their respective athlete strengths are as follows:
- Oman – 2 Athletes
- Iran – 15 Athletes
- Palestine – 7Athletes
- Afghanistan – 31 Athletes
- Saudi Arabia – 29 Athletes
- Kazakhstan – 6 Athletes
- Egypt – 11 Athletes
- France – 5 Athletes
- Great Britain (GBR) – 1 Athlete
- Morocco – 2Athletes
- Kenya – 3 Athletes
- Mali – 2 Athletes
- Portugal – 1 Athlete
- UAE – 3 Athletes
- Greece – 1 Athlete
- Jordan – 1 Athlete
- Andorra – 2 Athletes
- Canada – 1 Athlete
- Iraq – 1 Athlete
- Uzbekistan – 5 Athletes
- Tajikistan – 4 Athletes
- Germany – 3Athletes
President Pakistan teakwondo federation Col (R) Raja Waseem Ahmed stated: “This championship is a remarkable opportunity to showcase Pakistan’s hosting capabilities while promoting Taekwondo at both junior and senior levels. With over 400 Kyorugi participants and 113 Poomsae athletes, the event will be a spectacular display of talent and sportsmanship.”
Spectators and sports enthusiasts can expect electrifying performances as athletes compete for glory, fostering camaraderie and cultural exchange.
