Young Azerbaijani karate team wins three medals in Hungary
Young karate athletes representing Azerbaijan won two gold medals and one silver at the 29th Budapest Open 2026 in Hungary. The event, organized by the Hungarian Karate Federation, featured multiple age groups and both kata and kumite competitions, drawing an international field.
What happened
Azerbaijan’s youth karate team secured two golds and a silver at the Budapest Open 2026. In the kumite (sparring) events, Chingiz Abbasov won gold in the 24-kilogram U-8 category after winning all five of his bouts. Nazrin Shahmammadli captured gold in the 42-kilogram U-14 category by defeating all six opponents. Ramal Shahmammadli earned silver in the 35-kilogram U-12 category with five wins. The tournament is an international competition that includes cadets, juniors, U21, and seniors, and features both kata (forms) and kumite events.
Key facts
Event: 29th Budapest Open 2026
Location: Budapest, Hungary
Organiser: Hungarian Karate Federation
Participants: more than 1,800 reported, from multiple countries
Azerbaijan team: children and youth karate athletes from the Azerbaijan Karate Federation and the Sports and Health Club of the Ministry of Emergency Situations
Medal tally for Azerbaijan: two golds, one silver
Who is affected
The Azerbaijan Karate Federation and the athletes’ families are the direct beneficiaries, with the youths gaining international competition experience and recognition. Coaches and clubs involved in training and supporting these young athletes are also affected by the outcomes and potential future selection for national teams or additional competitions.
Practical next steps
For interested readers: follow national karate federation channels for updates on training camps or upcoming national and international events. If you or a family member is involved in youth martial arts, check local clubs for age-appropriate programs and competition paths. Media coverage may continue as the athletes build on early success in junior categories.
Limits and questions
The report summarizes a single international event and limited medal results in specific weight categories. It does not provide broader trends for Azerbaijan or global karate. Questions to explore further: how the Budapest Open fits into the athletes’ longer-term development, and whether these results influence funding or selection for other international meets.
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