Welcome to the exhilarating world of karate, where the 2024 season kicks off with the much-anticipated Karate 1-Premier League in Paris. This prestigious event, held at the iconic Pierre de Coubertin Sports Hall, marks the beginning of karate’s premier series of international tournaments, setting the stage for a year of high-octane martial arts action.
From January 26th to 28th, Paris becomes the global karate hotspot. Athletes will engage in intense eliminations on Friday and Saturday, with the anticipation building up towards the bronze medal bouts on Sunday morning, culminating in the gripping finals on Sunday afternoon.
This tournament isn’t just about showcasing the best of karate; it’s a landmark event in the sport’s evolution. A significant change in the refereeing system is being introduced, where referees will use a clicker system and position themselves outside the tatami. This innovative approach aims to ensure a clear action area and minimize external influences on the referees’ decisions.
The Karate 1-Premier League Paris is more than just a competition; it’s a global gathering of karate excellence. No less than 376 athletes from 61 countries have registered, demonstrating the universal appeal and inclusivity of karate. The competition format itself is a blend of strategy and skill, with a round-robin format in the eliminations and a high-stakes knockout system from the quarter-finals onwards.
After the Paris event, the excitement doesn’t wane as the league moves on to other exotic destinations – Antalya in Turkiye, Cairo in Egypt, and Casablanca in Morocco. Each venue offers a unique backdrop for the display of skill, discipline, and spirit that defines karate.
The result of finalists for first day of qualification is:
Kumite Female -50kg
SALAMA REEM AHMED (EGYPT) vs SALAZAR YORGELIS (VENEZUELA)
Kata Female
AZUMA SAEKO (JAPAN) vs ONO MAHO (JAPAN)
Kumite Female -61kg
SEROGINA ANITA (UKRAINE) vs GOLSHADNEZHAD ATOUSA (IRAN)
Kumite Male -75kg
BULUT ENES (TURKEY) vs ABDELAZIZ ABDALLA (EGYPT)
Kumite Male -60kg
HASHIMOTO HIROMU (JAPAN) vs SAMDAN ERAY (TURKEY)
Kumite Male -84kg
MASTROGIANNIS KONSTANTINOS (GREECE) vs CHOBOTAR VALERII (UKRAINE)
As we embark on this thrilling journey, the Karate 1-Premier League Paris sets the tone for a year where tradition meets innovation, and athletes push the boundaries of excellence. Join us in celebrating the spirit of karate, where every kick, punch, and kiai echoes the heart and soul of the martial art. Welcome to the 2024 Karate 1-Premier League – the stage is set, the athletes are ready, and history awaits to be written.