Despite the ongoing war in Lebanon and the difficult circumstances facing the country, Lebanese athletes continue to prove that determination and resilience can overcome even the harshest challenges. From the international stage in Perugia, Italy, young Lebanese champion Yuri Nassif delivered a remarkable performance, proudly raising the Lebanese flag twice in less than 24 hours at one of Europe’s largest martial arts gatherings.
Yuri Nassif emerged victorious in his inaugural fight in the Under-17 division, securing the coveted golden belt in SANDA Chinese Kickboxing after defeating his Italian opponent. He then continued his impressive run by winning another gold medal in the prestigious Tui Shou competition, representing Lebanon in a strong showdown against Ukraine during the 22nd World Championship & Cup C.K.A.-CSEN and the 15th Tai-Chi Therapy Tournament.
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These prestigious events are currently taking place at the PalaBarton Energy Sports Hall in Perugia, Italy, from May 15 to 17, 2026, attracting one of the largest international martial arts communities in Europe.
The international championship has brought together hundreds of amateur and professional athletes, coaches, and martial arts schools from more than 30 countries across Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America. Notable delegations include Italy, China, Brazil, Spain, Lebanon, Greece, and Germany.
