The third day of the 2024 PKF Senior Karate Championships in Punta del Este, Uruguay, featured thrilling team competitions in both kata and kumite. These events were particularly significant as they served as qualifiers for the World Team Championships in Pamplona, Spain, later this year.
Day 3 Results
Male Kumite Team
- USA
- Brazil
- Argentina
- Guatemala
Male Team Kata
- Brazil
- Colombia
- Peru
- Chile
Female Team Kumite
- USA
- Chile
- Ecuador
- Venezuela
Female Team Kata
- Colombia
- Brazil
- Peru
- Mexico
Qualifiers for the World Team Championships in Pamplona
The top three teams from each category qualify for the World Team Championships, but only one team in third place can advance. Here are the teams that will be representing the Americas:
- Male Kumite Team: Argentina
- Male Team Kata: Peru
- Female Team Kumite: Ecuador
- Female Team Kata: Peru
Updated Country Medal Tally
| Country | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 6 | 3 | 5 | 14 |
| Brazil | 4 | 3 | 5 | 12 |
| Colombia | 0 | 5 | 9 | 14 |
| Chile | 1 | 5 | 6 | 12 |
| Venezuela | 1 | 0 | 7 | 8 |
| Canada | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Argentina | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Peru | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3 |
| Puerto Rico | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Dominican Republic | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Curacao | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Mexico | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Ecuador | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Uruguay | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Guatemala | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Highlights of Day 3
The United States continued its dominant performance, securing gold in both the Male Kumite Team and Female Team Kumite categories. Brazil excelled in the Male Team Kata, while Colombia triumphed in the Female Team Kata. The competition was fierce, and each match showcased the exceptional skill and teamwork of the participating countries.
Looking Ahead
With three days of intense competition complete, the 2024 PKF Senior Karate Championships are setting the stage for an exciting conclusion. The event not only highlights individual and team excellence but also determines the representatives for the prestigious World Team Championships in Pamplona. Stay tuned for more updates and results as the championships continue to unfold in Punta del Este.