Egypt Leads Golden Finish as U14 Champions Crowned on Emotional Final Day in Fujairah
The final day of the Karate One Youth League Fujairah 2026 delivered an emotional close as the U14 champions were crowned. The atmosphere showed how strong karate is at grassroots level, with young at
The final day of the Karate One Youth League Fujairah 2026 delivered an emotional close as the U14 champions were crowned. The atmosphere showed how strong karate is at grassroots level, with young athletes competing with confidence and discipline.
Egypt finished among the most successful nations in the U14 divisions, collecting multiple gold medals. Ukraine and Greece also stood out with key victories, underlining the depth of their age-group systems.
JANA KASSEM takes U14 Kata Female goldJANA KASSEM of Egypt delivered a confident performance to defeat LILY RASHIDI of the United States 5–0. Her kata showed clean technique and strong timing, leaving no doubt with the judges.
MOHAMED BADDAR edges U14 Kata Male finalIn one of the closest contests of the day, MOHAMED BADDAR of Egypt beat KAITO HAWKINS of England 3–2. Both athletes performed at a high level, but Baddar’s precision in key moments secured the win.
MOHAMMAD MAJDI wins Kumite Male -40 kgMOHAMMAD MAJDI of Jordan claimed gold after beating AHMED MANSOUR of Egypt 4–2. He controlled distance well and scored with sharp counters.
MOHAMED MOHAMED GAMAL triumphs in Kumite Male -45 kgEgypt added another title as MOHAMED MOHAMED GAMAL defeated SIROJIDDIN FARMONOV of Uzbekistan by Hantei or decision after a 3–3 draw. Judges awarded the decision following a balanced and tactical bout.
HASSAN AHMED SAYED secures Kumite Male -50 kgIt was an all-Egyptian final, with HASSAN AHMED SAYED beating FARES EISSA 4–2. Both fighters showed strong spirit, but Sayed’s scoring combinations made the difference.
BOHDAN MARYSENKO dominates Kumite Male -55 kgBOHDAN MARYSENKO of Ukraine produced one of the most decisive wins of the finals, defeating DAVID BAHNARU of Romania 8–0. His speed and timing overwhelmed his opponent.
GEORGIOS ANGELIS wins Kumite Male +55 kgGEORGIOS ANGELIS of Greece took gold after a competitive 6–4 victory over MATHIAS MIGUEL BORJAS SILVA of Peru. The match stayed close but Angelis maintained the advantage to secure the title.
EMMANOUELA-FOTEINI VASILOPOULOU claims Kumite Female -42 kgGreece celebrated again as EMMANOUELA-FOTEINI VASILOPOULOU defeated LUCIJA SCURIC of Croatia 2–0. The bout was tactical, with limited openings but precise scoring.
MARHARYTA KOLIADA wins Kumite Female -47 kgUkraine’s MARHARYTA KOLIADA edged ANA MARJANOVIĆ of Croatia 2–1 in a tight contest. Her defensive awareness helped protect the narrow lead.
KHADIJA GASIMOVA dominates Kumite Female -52 kgKHADIJA GASIMOVA of Azerbaijan delivered a powerful performance to beat VALENTINA GRÜNER of Germany 9–1. Her attacking pace set her apart.
SAGDA MEHISEN takes Kumite Female +52 kg titleThe final gold went to Egypt’s SAGDA MEHISEN, who defeated VALERIIA ASANOVA of Ukraine by hantei after a 0–0 draw. Judges favoured her initiative and tatami control.
The U14 finals confirmed the global reach of Karate One Youth League and the strength of youth development worldwide. For many of these athletes, Fujairah was only the beginning. The next stop of the Karate One Youth League will take place in Harare, Zimbabwe, from March 26 to 29.
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