Palestinian Kickboxing Team Wins Medals at World Cup

The Palestinian kickboxing team secured two gold medals and six bronze medals at the World Cup for national teams and clubs in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, the official Palestinian news agency WAFA reported. Abdullah Kanaan and Mohammad Alyan took home the gold medals in the senior and junior categories, respectively.

Mustafa Sharaf, Anas al-Qaq, Mohammad Oweisat, Ahmad Sbeih, Yahya Jabr, and Waad Bkeirat each won a bronze medal. The Palestinian team consisted of 27 athletes from seven clubs and sports centers. The team's achievement was commended by the Palestinian Ambassador to Uzbekistan, Wael al-Batrikhi, who noted that the national team had won a total of 17 gold, 18 silver, and 14 bronze medals across five international competitions in 2026. The Palestinian Kickboxing Federation's participation in the World Cup was part of its efforts to develop national teams and strengthen Palestine's presence in international sporting competitions, the Palestinian News and Information Agency (WAFA) said in a statement.

The Palestinian Kickboxing Federation's efforts to promote the sport in Palestine are part of a broader initiative to develop the country's sports sector. The federation's strategic efforts aim to enhance athletes' skills and increase Palestine's visibility in international competitions.

Palestinian athletes have faced challenges in competing at the international level due to the country's geopolitical situation. Despite these challenges, the Palestinian kickboxing team's achievement at the World Cup demonstrates the country's ability to produce talented athletes who can compete at the highest levels.