Libreville, Gabon — The 29th edition of the ‘Baby Champion’Taekwondo Tournament, held on July 18 and 19, 2026, at the Palais des Sports de Libreville, has achieved a remarkable milestone with a record-breaking participation of 604 young competitors aged 3 to 14 years. This event, organized by the Association gabonaise de taekwondo et arts martiaux associés (AGATAMA), reflects the growing popularity of the sport among Gabon’s youth.
The tournament, which has become an annual highlight, extends its reach by offering categories for athletes aged 6-7, 8-9, 10-11, 12-13, and 14 years. This expansion, which was introduced this year, aims to provide more children with the opportunity to participate. Grand maître Fulbert Ollomo Edzang, the president and founder of AGATAMA, highlighted the tournament’s significance, noting, “Each year, the children await this competition with impatience, and it has become an unmissable event for young taekwondo practitioners. “.
The support of its patron, Elisabeth Dovy, has been crucial to the tournament’s success, with her commitment ensuring the necessary resources for the event’s success.
The tournament’s preparatory phase, held in Lambaréné, aimed to bring taekwondo closer to young talents from the interior of the country, underscoring AGATAMA’s dedication to inclusivity.
The tournament not only serves as a platform for young athletes to showcase their skills but also to potentially embark on a professional taekwondo career.
The high level of participation and the athletes’dedication underscore the sport’s appeal and the potential for future sporting excellence in Gabon.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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