Sports Bulletin Report
LAHORE: The third day of the Treet 8th World Taekwondo President’s Cup (Asian Region) wrapped up at the Jinnah Sports Complex in Lahore Cantt, featuring high-intensity finals across four senior Kyorugi weight categories. Athletes from Thailand, South Korea, Iran, and Uzbekistan captured top honors in a tightly contested showcase of martial arts excellence.
In the women’s division, Thailand’s Chatekan clinched the gold medal in the 53kg category, leaving Iran’s Nachafi Shaparak with the silver. South Korea expanded its medal tally in the women’s 67kg class as Hong Yu-rim delivered a stellar performance to secure gold, while Uzbekistan’s Sobirjonova took home silver.
The men’s categories saw equal intensity on the mats. Iran’s Mehdi Haji outpointed South Korea’s Jung Woo to win the 63kg gold medal. Meanwhile, Uzbekistan’s Jasurbek dominated the 80kg division to earn gold, edging out Jordan’s Saleh, who finished with the silver medal.
Evaluating the tournament's impact, Lt. Col. (R) Waseem Ahmad Janjua, Chairman of the Pakistan Taekwondo Federation (PTF), emphasized the vital experience local athletes are gaining on home soil. He noted that hosting an event of this scale in Lahore provides invaluable international exposure and serves as ideal preparation for national fighters ahead of the upcoming Asian Games.
