: / 13 , 5 , 7 : / 2 , 3 3 ɠ : / 2 1 2 ɠ : / 1 3 4 : / 1 2 5 : / 1 2 0 : / 0 4 ɠ 0 : / 0 0 0 . : ѡ : ( ݡ ͡ ޡ ޡ ϡ , ). ɡ .! ............................ Under the Theme "Budo Values and Empowerment": Oyama Karate Organization Successfully Concludes the 18th Iraq Shin Kyokushinkai Championship in BaghdadBaghdad Official Media OfficeIn a grand sporting event reflecting the spirit of challenge and discipline, the 18th Iraq Shin Kyokushinkai Karate Championship successfully concluded on Friday, September 19, 2025. The event was held at the heart of the capital, Baghdad, in the Baghdad Sports Center (Karrada District).Visionary Leadership and Massive Public TurnoutThe championship was organized and supervised by the Oyama Karate Organization, led by Shihan Iyad Al-Khafaji, Branch Chief of the World Karate Organization (WKO) in Iraq. The tournament saw extensive participation, with over 100 fighters from the organizations members, representing 8 dojos from the provinces of Baghdad, Karbala,and Dhi Qar. The stands were packed with fans and families, adding an extraordinary level of enthusiasm to the matches.Opening Ceremony and Official AddressThe event commenced with the Iraqi National Anthem, followed by a minute of silence in honor of Iraq's martyrs. In an eloquent opening speech, Eng. Salah Abdul Mahdi Shiyaa, Vice President of the Oyama Karate Organization, welcomed the attendees, emphasizing that the championship is a celebration of effort and sincerity. He noted that the organization aims to build a conscious generation that combines physical strength with noble moral values, expressing gratitude to the Ministry of Youth and Sports, all coaching staff, and parents.Technical Excellence and Distinguished Media CoverageThis edition was marked by a high technical level and a noticeable development in the fighters' performances, particularly with the introduction of new categories for Women and Girls for the first time. The championship received extensive media coverage from Al-Rasheed Satellite Channel, which followed the event with exclusive interviews with the champions, coaches, and the organizing committee.Official Championship ResultsI. Kata (Technical Performance)Senior Category:Karrar Hassan Jameel (Al-Zaeem Dojo)Ameen Abdul Razzaq Jasim (Al-Zaeem Dojo)Hadi Iyad Mohammed Hassan (Al-Zaeem Dojo)Open Age & Mixed Categories:Ali Hassan Adnan (Al-Zaeem Dojo)Mayassa Mohammed Hassan Hadi (Al-Zaeem Dojo)Mohammed Al-Mahdi Iyad (Al-Zaeem Dojo)II. Kumite (Seniors Sparring)Open Weight: 1st: Ali Ahmed Al-Sayed (Al-Zaeem Dojo).Under 90 kg: 1st: Jaafar Sadiq Awda (Kamikaze Dojo).Under 80 kg: 1st: Ameer Sadiq Khleif (Samurai Shin Dojo).Under 70 kg: 1st: Fares Hussein Abd (Al-Zaeem Dojo).Under 60 kg: 1st: Hussein Majed Qasim (Al-Zaeem Dojo).III. Youth and Junior CategoriesJuniors (Under 60 kg): Mohammed Al-Mahdi Iyad (Al-Zaeem Dojo).Juniors (Under 40 kg): Baqir Iyad Abbas (Al-Abtal Dojo).Under 15 (Under 40 kg): Sadiq Milad Mohammed Hassan (Al-Zaeem Dojo).Under 12 (Under 30 kg): Mohammed Dhurgham Ali (Royal Lineage Dojo).IV. Womens and Girls CategoriesWomen (Open Weight): Hiba Ahmed Lafteh (Royal Lineage Dojo).Girls (Open Weight): Mayassa Mohammed Hassan Hadi (Al-Zaeem Dojo).Final Team StandingsFirst Place:Al-Zaeem Dojo (13 Gold, 5 Silver, 7 Bronze).Second Place:Al-Abtal Dojo (2 Gold, 3 Silver, 3 Bronze).Third Place:Royal Lineage Dojo (2 Gold, 1 Silver, 2 Bronze).Elite Refereeing Panel:The organization extends its gratitude to the refereeing team who managed the bouts with integrity and competence: (Mohammed Hassan Hadi, Noor Abbas Kareem, Ahmed Abdul Kareem, Riyadh Arif, Dhurgham Ali, Mustafa Sabah, Karrar Hassan, Ameen Abdul Razzaq, Aqeel Essa, Jaafar Sadiq, Musa Hussein, Hadi Iyad, Hassanain Hani, Mohammed Ali Adnan).The championship concluded with the distribution of medals and certificates of appreciation, marking a day that will remain etched in the history of Iraqi Karate as a testament to the success of the Oyama Organization in crafting champions.Osu!......
