The Wuxi 2025 World Taekwondo Grand Slam Challenge, held in Wuxi, China, brought together the world's strongest taekwondo athletes. Representatives from more than 50 countries competed for world ranking points and spots in major competitions.
A member of the national team, Shabbona Abduvaliyeva (weight category 57 kg), represented Uzbekistan at this prestigious tournament. She overtook all her opponents and reached the final, where she faced a very strong taekwondo athlete in the decisive match.
In the final, which took place in a determined and fighting spirit, our compatriot fought for victory until the last minute. But the experienced opponent had a slight advantage and won. Despite this, Shabbona Abduvaliyeva finished the competition with a silver medal and took second place on the podium.
This result was an important achievement not only for the individual, but also for the national team. As a result of this medal, Abduvaliyeva earned the right to participate in the Grand Slam tournament in 2026.
According to the Taekwondo WT Association of Uzbekistan, this competition is an important stage in the athletes' preparation for the upcoming Olympic and world competitions.
With this result, Shabbona Abduvaliyeva once again demonstrated her potential and skill. According to him, he has even bigger plans and victories ahead. "Our goal is to raise the flag of the Motherland even higher in the upcoming competitions," he said in his last interview after the competition.
Uzbek fans expect the young taekwondo athlete to achieve new victories at the 2026 Grand Slam tournament.
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