Alex Siliezar

David Harris: “Our country is ready and willing to welcome all of you”

In an exclusive interview with MASTKD+, Taekwondo Canada’s Executive Director discusses the organization’s priorities for Lima 2027 and Los Angeles 2028, the impact of additional government funding, and the 2027 Canada Open. Scheduled for March 5–7 in Vancouver, the event will also feature a Para Taekwondo component.

Wuxi Centre: China’s contribution to global Taekwondo

The World Taekwondo (Wuxi) Centre’s contribution to China can be seen in competitive opportunities, professional education, event expertise, and technological development. The Grand Slam and Waychamp help explain how that work also reaches (MNA´s) national federations around the world.

Wuxi Centre: el impulso chino al Taekwondo mundial

La contribución del World Taekwondo (Wuxi) Centre a China se expresa en oportunidades de competencia, formación profesional, experiencia organizativa y desarrollo tecnológico. El Grand Slam y Waychamp permiten entender cómo ese trabajo también se proyecta hacia las federaciones del resto del mundo.

Mixed Poomsae: WT Rules Already Provide for World Ranking Points

ANALYSIS — World Taekwondo already specifies how to distribute points earned in Mixed Poomsae: 50% for Recognized Poomsae and 50% for Freestyle Poomsae. This provision offers a concrete foundation for promoting the individual format and expanding competitive opportunities beyond multi-sport events.

Mixed Poomsae: el reglamento ya contempla puntos para el ranking mundial

ANÁLISIS — World Taekwondo ya establece cómo distribuir los puntos obtenidos en Mixed Poomsae: 50 % para reconocido y 50 % para freestyle. Esta disposición ofrece una base concreta para impulsar el formato individual y ampliar sus oportunidades competitivas más allá de los multijuegos.

Clinton Oh: “An athlete’s talent should decide how far they go, and their family’s budget should not”

Clinton Oh, elected on October 15 to lead AAU Taekwondo for a four-year term, outlines his priorities: expanding athlete support, strengthening district programs, and creating more international opportunities. Cooperation with USA Taekwondo and the Pan American Taekwondo Union is part of a strategy that also looks ahead to Los Angeles 2028.

Clinton Oh: “El talento de un atleta debería decidir hasta dónde llega, no el presupuesto de su familia”

Clinton Oh, elegido el 15 de octubre al frente de AAU Taekwondo para un mandato de cuatro años, expone sus prioridades: ampliar el apoyo a los deportistas, fortalecer los programas regionales y multiplicar las oportunidades internacionales. La cooperación con USA Taekwondo y PATU forma parte de una estrategia que también mira hacia Los Ángeles 2028.

Alexander Hübl Warns of the Gap Between Europe and Asia: “We Have Huge Disadvantages, Especially in Schools”

Zagreb, Croatia — The 12th Croatia Open Poomsae 2026 is taking place in Zagreb, bringing together 522 participants from different countries, including teams from across Europe, the United States, and South America.