Monday 13 October 2025 - 19:50
Iranian Seminary Student Wins Silver at International Taekwondo Cup in Isfahan

An Iranian seminary student has won a silver medal at the second round of the Kukiwan International Taekwondo Cup, hosted in the central city of Isfahan, showcasing the growing presence of seminary athletes in international sporting arenas.

Hawzah News Agency- Hojatoleslam Seyyed Mustafa Jalali secured second place in the “breaking” category, earning a silver medal for his outstanding performance. His achievement has also qualified him for the next stage of selection for Iran’s national taekwondo team, which will compete in the 2026 World Championships in Korea.

The competition, held under the supervision of the Kukkiwon World Taekwondo Headquarters, brought together participants from several countries.

Abdullah Binaei, who serves as the head coach of the students and clerics team, praised Jalali’s discipline and determination, calling his success “a reflection of the balance between spiritual strength and athletic excellence.”

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