Tamil Nadu’s Young Karate Athletes Strike Gold with 32 Medals at Indo-Sri Lankan Open Karate Championship 2026
_*Chennai, Thiruvannamalai, Chengalpattu and Kanchipuram athletes bring home 15 Gold, 9 Silver and 8 Bronze medals from Goa.*_
Young karate athletes from across Tamil Nadu have made a strong mark at the Indo-Sri Lankan Open Karate Championship 2026, returning with an impressive haul of 32 medals at the championship held in Goa on October 3 and 4.
Representing Chennai, Thiruvannamalai, Chengalpattu and Kanchipuram districts, the young contingent secured 15 Gold, 9 Silver and 8 Bronze medals, showcasing their skill and competitive spirit across multiple age groups and weight categories.
The athletes competed in Individual Kata, Individual Kumite, Team Kata and Team Kumite, taking on karate practitioners from different regions and delivering commendable performances across the various categories. Their medal tally reflects the consistency and determination with which the young athletes approached the championship.
Beyond the medals, the achievement stands as a testament to the dedication and discipline invested in their training, with the athletes receiving constant support from their coaches and families. The championship also provided the young participants with an opportunity to compete at a wider level, test their skills against diverse opponents and gain valuable competitive experience.
With 15 Gold medals forming the largest share of their tally, alongside 9 Silver and 8 Bronze medals, the Tamil Nadu contingent returns to Chennai on October 6 with an achievement that highlights the growing enthusiasm and commitment towards karate among young athletes across the state. It is worth mentioning that 4 among these gold medals have been won by sisters Meha Mithra and Magizh Mithra from the same family clasping 2 Each.
This impressive showing at the Indo-Sri Lankan Open Karate Championship 2026 marks another encouraging moment for the young practitioners, whose perseverance, training and passion for the sport have translated into a memorable medal haul on the competitive stage.
