Daedo GEN3 PSS, the Silent Protagonist of the German Open 2025
The German Open 2025 closed with resounding success: more than 1,140 athletes from 32 countries, 12 competition areas, and a historic record of effectiveness in the scoring system.
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Professional Taekwondo Federation Launches Historic Professional Instructor License Course in Argentina
President Rick W. Shin of the Professional Taekwondo Federation (PTF) and Kombat Taekwondo proudly announces the launch of the Professional Taekwondo Instructor License Course — the first official global certification program created exclusively for instructors of Kombat Taekwondo.
The Achilles heel of Poomsae: how can something designed to be subjective be judged objectively?
World Taekwondo's Poomsae is based on a format that combines extreme subjectivity, cognitive overload, and inadequate tools for referees. The result: inconsistent scores, suspicions of bias, and growing discredit. The solution already exists and is ready for implementation: multi-camera computer vision and AI-assisted analysis, with pre-standardized metrics for angles, rhythm, and coordination.
The 1st Chungju Apple Cup National Taekwondo Championships Concludes with Resounding Success
Chungju, South Korea – The World Sport Committee (President Seo Hyun-suk), in collaboration with the Chungju City Taekwondo Association (Chairman Lee Chung-hee) and the Chungbuk Sport Committee (President Chung Yong-guk), proudly announced the successful conclusion of the 1st Chungju Apple Cup National Taekwondo Championships. The event, held at Chungju Hoam Gymnasium under the bright autumn sunlight, was generously sponsored by Chungju City, Chungju City Council, and the Chungju City Sports Council.
Legacy Meets Innovation: A Historic Step Forward for Taekwondo’s Future
Seoul, Korea | Grand Master Choi Jung Hwa, President of the International Taekwon-Do Federation (ITF), held the second official meeting with Grand Master Rick W. Shin, President of the Professional Taekwondo Federation (PTF) and Kombat Taekwondo (KT), in Seoul, Korea, on September 11, 2025.
Professional Taekwondo Federation Events in the Philippines: Hall of Fame Gala, International Poomsae Seminar & Black Belt Dan Testing
Baguio, Philippines – November 2025 – President Rick W. Shin of the Professional Taekwondo Federation (PTF) proudly announces a historic weekend of Taekwondo excellence, as PTF Philippines, under the leadership of President Danrey Velo, hosts three landmark events in Baguio, Philippines:
Day 4 in Muju: Pacheco and García Martínez Crowned Champions as Grand Prix Challenge Concludes
Muju, Korea (August 31, 2025) – The World Taekwondo Grand Prix Challenge Muju 2025 came to a thrilling conclusion with Maria Clara Pacheco (BRA) taking gold in the Women’s -57 kg and Iván García Martínez (ESP) triumphing in the Men’s +80 kg division.
Muju Taekwondowon 2025 World Taekwondo Grand Prix Challenge
Complete Results of the Muju Taekwondowon 2025 World Taekwondo Grand Prix Challenge (G-2), toke place on August 28th to 31st in "Taekwondowon", Muju, Korea.
Day 3 in Muju: USA and Korea Strike Gold at the Grand Prix Challenge 2025
The third day of the World Taekwondo Grand Prix Challenge Muju 2025 delivered high-level action in the Women’s -67 kg and Men’s -58 kg divisions, with gold medals going to the United States and Korea.
Day Two in Muju: Thailand and AIN on Top at the Grand Prix Challenge 2025
Muju, Korea (August 29, 2025) – The second day of the World Taekwondo Grand Prix Challenge Muju 2025 delivered high-level action in the Men’s -68 kg and Women’s +67 kg divisions, showcasing both established stars and rising athletes at the Taekwondowon.
