28 Afghan Taekwondo Athletes Receive International ITF Dan 1 to 8 Belts
Twenty-eight athletes from the ITF Taekwondo Federation of Afghanistan have received official documents for international ITF Taekwondo Dan 1 to Dan 8 belts. The documents were awarded during an official ceremony attended by the president of the ITF Taekwondo Federation of Afghanistan.
Federation officials stated that elevating the technical and professional level of the sport in the country is one of their main goals. They said the growth of athletes' and coaches' technical abilities will enable stronger participation by Afghan representatives in international competitions.
The federation emphasized that training programs, technical exams, and the awarding of valid international documents play a key role in the sustainable development of ITF Taekwondo in Afghanistan. These efforts help identify and nurture top talents in the sport.
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