The World Taekwondo Male Olympic Kyorugi Ranking is the sport’s highest ranking system. It determines which countries and athletes will compete in the next Summer Olympics. The World Taekwondo Male Olympic Kyorugi Ranking December 2023 has been released. This article will provide an overview of the current standings for the ranking in December 2023, as well as a look at the history of the Kyorugi Ranking and the athletes who have achieved the highest ranks.
This ranking offers an updated compilation of the top male taekwondo athletes in the Kyorugi discipline worldwide. The ranking is determined by the athletes’ performance and results in various international competitions leading up to the 2023 Olympic Games. This list holds significance for athletes, coaches, and fans as it allows them to monitor the progress and standing of their favorite competitors as they prepare for the upcoming Olympic Games. It also provides valuable insights into the sport’s current state and helps identify potential medal contenders.
What is Kyorugi?
Kyorugi is a type of martial art that involves sparring and competing in a fight-like situation. It is an Olympic sport and a form of Taekwondo and is governed by the International Taekwondo Federation (ITF). Kyorugi is based on defensive and offensive moves and involves using kicks, punches, blocks, and sweeps. It is a great way to gain self-confidence, learn self-defense, and develop coordination. It requires skill, speed, technique, and strategy to achieve success, and is great for physical fitness, self-defense, and personal development.
Current Rankings
The World Taekwondo Olympic Kyorugi Ranking is the sport’s highest ranking system. It determines which countries and athletes will compete in the next Summer Olympics. As of December 2023, the Kyorugi Ranking is the last event in the World Taekwondo Federation’s calendar and takes place after the Asian Games.
The top-ranked athletes from each continent qualify to represent their continent in the Olympics. There are 15 ranked events, including 3 for men and 12 for women. In each category, athletes compete in three weight divisions (under 58 kg, under 68 kg, under 80, AND +80 kg). They must place in one of the top 25 places to qualify for the Olympics.
Olympic Kyorugi Ranking Senior Division M-58KG
1. MOHAMED KHALIL JENDOUBI – Tunisia
2. JUN JANG – Republic of Korea
3. ADRIAN VICENTE YUNTA – Spain
4. TAE-JOON PARK – Republic of Korea
5. VITO DELLAQUILA – Italy
6. OMAR GERGELY SALIM – Hungary
7. JUN-SEO BAE – Republic of Korea
8. MAHDI HAJIMOUSAEI – Islamic Republic Of Iran
9. JACK WOOLLEY – Ireland
10. CYRIAN RAVET – France
Olympic Kyorugi Ranking Senior Division M-68KG
1. ULUGBEK RASHITOV – Uzbekistan
2. BRADLY SINDEN – Great Britain
3. HAKAN RECBER – Türkiye
4. ZAID KAREEM – Jordan
5. HO-JUN JIN – Republic of Korea
6. MARKO GOLUBIC – Croatia
7. JAVIER PEREZ POLO – Spain
8. EDIVAL PONTES – Brazil
9. JOAN JORQUERA CALA – Spain
10. ZAID ALHALAWANI – Jordan
Olympic Kyorugi Ranking Senior Division M-80KG
1. SIMONE ALESSIO – Italy
2. CJ NICKOLAS – United States of America
3. SEIF EISSA – Egypt
4. SALEH ELSHARABATY – Jordan
5. FIRAS KATOUSI – Tunisia
6. STEFAN TAKOV – Serbia
7. DANIEL QUESADA BARRERA – Spain
8. RICHARD ANDRE ORDEMANN – Norway
9. GEON-WOO SEO – Republic of Korea
10. MEHRAN BARKHORDARI – Islamic Republic Of Iran
Olympic Kyorugi Ranking Senior Division M+80KG
1. CHEICK SALLAH CISSE – Cote D’ivoire
2. CARLOS SANSORES – Mexico
3. IVAN SAPINA – Croatia
4. CADEN CUNNINGHAM – Great Britain
5. NIKITA RAFALOVICH- Uzbekistan
6. EMRE KUTALMIS ATESLI – Türkiye
7. DEJAN GEORGIEVSKI – North Macedonia
8. ZHAOXIANG SONG – People’s Republic Of China
9. ICARO MIGUEL MARTINS SOARES – Brazil
10. JONATHAN HEALY – United States of America
As of December 2023, the World Taekwondo (WT) Male Olympic Kyorugi (Korean Martial Arts) rankings have been updated. Lee Seung-hwan from South Korea is the current top-ranked athlete in the world, followed by Kim Min-seok and Jong Hyeon-woo, also from South Korea. Other countries in the top 10 are Iran, Russia, and the United States. The WT ranking takes into account factors such as points earned in major tournaments and length of international participation, making it a great way to measure the performance of the best male taekwondo athletes around the world.
Conclusion,
The World Taekwondo Male Olympic Kyorugi Ranking December 2023 is an important measure of success for taekwondo athletes. It includes top athletes from around the globe, such as Lee Donghae, Choi Hung Ayuk, Park Heonwoo, and many others. These athletes have unique skill sets and rankings that change over time. Knowing who is at the top of this ranking is essential for any aspiring taekwondo athlete, and will be closely followed by coaches and fans alike.
FAQ
What is the World Taekwondo Male Olympic Kyorugi Ranking?
The World Taekwondo Male Olympic Kyorugi Ranking is an official ranking system for male athletes competing in Olympic Kyorugi, a form of Taekwondo. It is based on the performance of athletes in international competitions and is updated monthly.
Who is the governing body for Kyorugi?
Kyorugi is the sport of competitive sparring in taekwondo. The World Taekwondo Federation (WTF) is the governing body for Kyorugi, responsible for setting the rules and regulations to ensure fair competition and safety in the sport. The WTF also works to promote the development of taekwondo, both nationally and internationally, by providing official certification for international taekwondo instructors and referees, as well as by setting standards for tournaments and promoting education and training.
What are the divisions in the World Taekwondo Male Olympic Kyorugi Ranking?
The divisions in the World Taekwondo Male Olympic Kyorugi Ranking are the men’s divisions, women’s divisions, and the World Para Kyorugi Ranking.
Who is ranked first in the men’s divisions?
In the men’s divisions, Jun JANG of the Republic of Korea is ranked first in the M-58kg division with 428.28 points, Ulugbek RASHITOV of Uzbekistan is first in the M-68kg division with 484.16 points, and Simone ALESSIO of Italy is first in the M-80kg division with 520.83 points. In the M+80kg division, Cheick Sallah CISSE of Cote D’ivoire is first with 499.36 points.
Who is ranked first in the women’s divisions?
In the women’s divisions, Panipak WONGPATTANAKIT of Thailand is first in the W-49kg division with 587.88 points, Zongshi LUO of the People’s Republic of China is first in the W-57kg division with 528.97 points, Magda WIET HENIN of France is first in the W-67kg division with 498.20 points, and Althéa LAURIN of France is first in the W+67kg division with 513.20 points.
Who is ranked first in the World Para Kyorugi Ranking?
In the World Para Kyorugi Ranking, Omar Gergely SALIM of Hungary is first in the M-54kg division with 187.54 points, Jun JANG of the Republic of Korea is first in the M-58kg division with 408.28 points, Hakan RECBER of Türkiye is first in the M-63kg division with 265.79 points, Ulugbek RASHITOV of Great Britain is first in the M-68kg division with 448.26 points, Marko GOLUBIC of Croatia is first in the M-74kg division with 307.93 points, Simone ALESSIO of Italy is first in the M-80kg division with 520.83 points, Ivan SAPINA of Croatia is first in the M-87kg division with 265.26 points, and Carlos SANSORES of Mexico is first in the M+87kg division with 480.21 points.
In the women’s divisions, Lena STOJKOVIC of Croatia is first in the W-46kg division with 354.14 points, Adriana CEREZO IGLESIAS of Spain is first in the W-49kg division with 562.88 points, Nahid KIYANICHANDEH of the Islamic Republic of Iran is first in the W-53kg division with 260.93 points, Zongshi LUO of the People’s Republic of China is first in the W-57kg division with 531.97 points, Caroline SANTOS of Brazil is first in the W-62kg division with 290.06 points, Magda WIET HENIN of France is first in the W-67kg division with 500.90 points, Althéa LAURIN of France is first in the W-73kg division with 311.12 points, and Nafia KUS of Türkiye is first in the W+73kg division with 462.19 points.
What technology is used in Kyorugi?
Technology plays a major role in Kyorugi, with athletes wearing electronic chest guards and socks that register points based on accuracy, power, and precision. This makes Taekwondo one of the most technologically advanced sports in the Olympic Games.
What are the rules of Kyorugi?
The rules of Kyorugi are based on the World Taekwondo rules. Points are scored for kicking the Chest protector and head guard and punching the chest protector. Extra points are added for spinning attacks.
What is the Kyorugi Coaching Course?
The Kyorugi Coaching Course is a program designed to teach coaches the fundamentals of Kyorugi. It is offered by the Australian Taekwondo Association.
How is the ranking determined?
The ranking is determined by a points system based on the performance of athletes in international competitions. Points are awarded for wins, draws, and losses, and the total points accumulated by each athlete are used to determine their ranking.
How can I find out who is currently ranked in the top 10?
The top 10 athletes in the ranking can be found on the World Taekwondo website.
How can I find out more information about the athletes in the ranking?
More information about the athletes in the ranking can be found on the World Taekwondo website.
How can I find out more information about Olympic Kyorugi?
More information about Olympic Kyorugi can be found on the World Taekwondo website.
How can I find out more information about Taekwondo?
More information about Taekwondo can be found on the World Taekwondo website.
How can I contact World Taekwondo?
World Taekwondo can be contacted via their website or by email at info@worldtaekwondo.org.
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