description World Taekwondo Championships Overview
The World Taekwondo Championships is a biennial international taekwondo competition organized by World Taekwondo, the global governing body for the sport. First held in Seoul, South Korea in 1973, the event features kyorugi (sparring) competition across separate weight categories for men and women. South Korea has historically dominated the medal standings. The championship is among the highest-ranked events in the sport and serves as an important qualification pathway for the Olympic Games taekwondo tournament.
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When and where was the first World Taekwondo Championship held?
The first World Taekwondo Championship took place in Seoul, South Korea, in 1973. It was organized under the international governing structure now known as World Taekwondo.
How often are the World Taekwondo Championships held?
The main World Taekwondo Championships are held every two years. World Taekwondo also organizes related championships for disciplines such as poomsae and para taekwondo.
What is kyorugi at the World Taekwondo Championships?
Kyorugi is the sparring discipline involving full-contact competition between athletes. World Taekwondo separates kyorugi competitors into weight categories.
Are the World Taekwondo Championships only about sparring?
No. The best-known competition is kyorugi, but World Taekwondo also runs poomsae championships and para events. Poomsae is judged on performed forms rather than fought as a sparring match.
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