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Gulf Today
|May 09, 2025
Fujairah has firmly positioned itself on the global martial arts map, transforming into the epicentre of Taekwondo as it prepares to host the Middle East’s first-ever World Taekwondo Cadet Championships.
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Hosted by Fujairah Martial Arts Club under the auspices of UAE Taekwondo Federation, the championships will kick off on May 10 at the Zayed Sports Complex in Fujairah and elite teams from across the world.
Fujairah 2025 is poised to be the most significant edition of the World Taekwondo Cadet Championships since its inaugural event in Baku, Azerbaijan, serving as a launchpad for the sport's future stars.
This prestigious competition offers young athletes a global stage to shine, setting the scene for the next generation of Taekwondo champions to begin their journey. It also promises to inspire a new generation of young martial artists across the Arab world.
Nader Abu Shawish, Director of the Fujairah Martial Arts Club, said: "The directives and vision of His Highness Sheikh Hamad
This story is from the May 09, 2025 edition of Gulf Today.
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