As the sun rises over Yerevan, the EKF Senior Championships 2025 shift into full gear with an action-packed Day 2, featuring elite-level finals in kata and kumite—and the much-anticipated opening ceremony later this evening at 19:00. The Karen Demirchyan Sports and Concerts Complex is buzzing with excitement, as Armenia proudly welcomes the European karate family for the first time.
🥋 Finals Spotlight: The Best of Europe on the Tatami
Today’s finals showcase some of the continent’s most accomplished karatekas across six crucial bouts:
👊 Male Kumite -67kg
🇹🇷 Özer Ömer Abdurrahim (Turkiye) vs 🏴 Ogannisian Iurik (EKF-1)
A tactical duel awaits as Turkiye’s rising star faces off against the tenacious EKF-1 competitor.
👊 Male Kumite -60kg
🇦🇱 Orges Arifi (Albania) vs 🏴 Akhmedov Akhmed (EKF-1)
Both athletes bring speed and explosiveness to this weight class—expect fireworks.
👊 Female Kumite -55kg
🇩🇪 Mia Bitsch (Germany) vs 🇱🇺 Jennifer Warling (Luxembourg)
A top-tier matchup as defending champion Mia Bitsch looks to assert dominance over the ever-determined Warling.
👊 Female Kumite -50kg
🇮🇹 Erminia Perfetto (Italy) vs 🇭🇷 Ema Sgardelli (Croatia)
Both finalists are known for their sharp techniques and competitive spirit—this is one to watch.
🔥 Team Kata Finals: National Pride Meets Perfect Synchronization
🥋 Male Team Kata
🇪🇸 Spain vs 🇮🇹 Italy
Spain brings rhythm and power, while Italy answers with elegance and precision. A battle of choreographed excellence.
🥋 Female Team Kata
🇵🇹 Portugal vs 🇪🇸 Spain
Portugal, the surprise package of the tournament, will challenge Spain’s experienced trio in a compelling final.
🧨 Team Kumite Kicks Off
The excitement doesn’t stop with the finals. Team Kumite—both male and female—begins today and runs into Saturday, bringing another layer of strategy, camaraderie, and high-octane clashes as countries fight for collective glory.
🎉 Opening Ceremony Tonight
Armenia rolls out the red carpet for the official opening ceremony at 19:00, marking a proud moment for the host nation. As one of the rising forces in European karate, Armenia embraces its role as a gracious host, with a promise to deliver an unforgettable experience for athletes, coaches, and fans alike.
Stay with Karate.news for real-time updates, analysis, and exclusive insights from #KarateYerevan2025. The finals are heating up—and the journey is just beginning.