Three members of Kuwait’s national taekwondo team earned bronze medals in the junior division at the sixth Qatar International Taekwondo Championship held in Doha on Tuesday. The medalists were Ghala Al-Assaf in the under-69 kg category, Al-Misk Al-Salem in the under-68 kg division, and Luluwa Al-Mahboub in the over-68 kg class.

The championship, which began on Sunday and continues through Wednesday, is organized by the Qatar Taekwondo, Judo and Karate Federation. This year’s event features approximately 1,152 athletes from more than 46 countries competing across four categories: children, juniors, youth, and seniors.

National team coach Waleed Al-Mershad expressed satisfaction with the results, highlighting the strong level of competition from international participants. He emphasized the significance of the medals in contributing to Kuwait’s taekwondo achievements and noted that participating in such high-level tournaments offers important experience for athletes. According to Al-Mershad, exposure to international competition is crucial for developing the skills necessary for future success on the podium.

The Qatar International Taekwondo Championship continues to serve as a key platform for emerging talent in the region, showcasing young athletes from a wide range of countries competing in various weight classes and age groups.