Big Wins for Japan and Montenegro on Day Two of Karate 1 Series A Salzburg
9/15/2024
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The second day of the 2024 Karate 1 Series A Salzburg saw impressive performances from top competitors, with Japan and Montenegro dominating the team kata events. Individual victories by Nuri Kilic, Hnat Pak, Shara Hubrich, and Ivet Goranova further highlighted an intense day of action.
Female Team Kata: Japan Triumphs Over Portugal
Japan claimed victory in the Female Team Kata, defeating Portugal with a score of 41.40 to 39.80. The Japanese team’s flawless execution and precision secured them the gold, showing why they remain a dominant force in kata.
Male Team Kata: Montenegro Edges Turkiye
In a closely contested Male Team Kata final, Montenegro edged past Turkiye with a score of 41.30 to 41.10. The Montenegrin team's powerful technique gave them the slight advantage needed to take the win.
Male Kumite -60 KG: Kilic Takes the Win for Turkiye
Nuri Kilic of Turkiye triumphed in the Male Kumite -60 KG category, defeating compatriot Burak Ozdemir 7-5 in a hard-fought match. Kilic's aggressive approach and timely strikes were key in securing his victory.
Male Kumite -67 KG: Pak Seals Victory in Tactical Battle
Ukraine’s Hnat Pak secured a narrow 1-0 win over Ireland’s Conor O’Sullivan in the Male Kumite -67 KG category. This triumph Pak’s biggest international win to date.
Female Kumite -50 KG: Hubrich Edges Sgardelli
Germany’s Shara Hubrich took home gold in the Female Kumite -50 KG event with a 1-0 victory over Croatia’s Ema Sgardelli. In a tense and low-scoring match, Hubrich's precision helped her outlast her opponent.
Female Kumite -55 KG: Goranova Overcomes Kodo
Ivet Goranova of Bulgaria claimed victory in the Female Kumite -55 KG category, defeating Japan’s Rina Kodo 5-4 in a thrilling encounter. Goranova goes back to winning ways after taking the gold medal at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020.
Catch all the finals on the WKF YouTube channel, where you can relive the action-packed day two of the 2024 Karate 1 Series A Salzburg.