Tashkent:The Palestinian kickboxing team has achieved significant success at the World Cup for national teams and clubs, winning two gold and six bronze medals. The event, held in the Uzbek capital, featured around 3,000 athletes from 77 teams worldwide.
According to Palestine News and Information Agency – WAFA, Abdullah Kanaan secured a gold medal in the senior category, while Mohammad Alyan claimed gold in the junior category. Bronze medals were won by Mustafa Sharaf, Anas al-Qaq, Mohammad Oweisat, Ahmad Sbeih, Yahya Jabr, and Waad Bkeirat.
The Palestinian delegation consisted of 27 male and female athletes from seven clubs and sports centers, including Aswar Beit al-Maqdis Club, Al-Bustan Silwan Association, Be Strong Gym, Silwad Sports Club, Meithalun Sports Club, Champions Center for Martial Arts, and Target One MMA. The administrative team was led by Nizar Taleb, Vice President of the Palestinian Kickboxing Federation, and included federation board members Tamer Bakr and Wasim Shamlawi.
Wael al-Batrikhi, the Palestinian Ambassador to Uzbekistan, praised the federation's accomplishments, highlighting the national team's collection of 17 gold, 18 silver, and 14 bronze medals across five international competitions in 2026. He emphasized that these achievements demonstrate the increasing international profile of Palestinian athletes and their competitiveness on the global stage.
The participation in the World Cup aligns with the federation's strategic initiatives to develop national teams, enhance athletes' skills, and bolster Palestine's presence in international sporting events.