A Harrogate Taekwondo master has been selected to represent Great Britain as an International Referee at this year's World Taekwondo Poomsae Championships in South Korea.
Master Kambiz Ramzan Ali MBE, founder and Chief Instructor of K.R.Ali Taekwondo Academy, will officiate at the prestigious event in Chuncheon from 16th to 20th September.
The championships will bring together the world's leading Poomsae athletes and officials, with Master Kambiz chosen as one of Great Britain's international referees.
A 7th Dan Kukkiwon Taekwondo Master, he has represented Great Britain at several major World Taekwondo G-Class events this year, including the German Open G1, Bulgaria Open G2, Skopje Open G1 in North Macedonia, the World Taekwondo President's Cup G3 European Edition in London and the Austrian Open G1.
His latest appointment follows his recent selection as Chief Referee for the British Taekwondo National Poomsae Championships 2026.
Speaking about the honour, Master Kambiz said:
"It is an incredible privilege to be selected to represent Great Britain at the World Taekwondo Poomsae Championships.
"Officiating at the highest level of our sport in South Korea, the birthplace of Taekwondo, is something I have worked towards for many years.
"I am immensely proud to represent both Great Britain and my hometown of Harrogate on the world stage.
"I hope this achievement inspires my students and demonstrates that with dedication, commitment and perseverance, anything is possible.
"I look forward to returning home and sharing this unforgettable experience with my academy and the local community."
Founded in 2005, K.R.Ali Taekwondo Academy has grown into one of the region's leading Taekwondo clubs, offering classes for children, teenagers and adults across Harrogate and Leeds.
The academy has produced a number of national and international competitors while promoting confidence, discipline, fitness and respect through Olympic Taekwondo.
Master Kambiz's selection marks another international sporting success for Harrogate, with the town continuing to produce athletes and officials competing at the highest level on the world stage.
For more information about K.R.Ali Taekwondo Academy or to arrange a free trial session, visit www.harrogatetaekwondo.co.uk, email admin@harrogatetaekwondo.co.uk, or call 07944 988806.
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