Ibrahim Murat Gunduz congratulates Turkiye Karate Team after historic victory in Coruna 2026

Businessman Ibrahim Murat Gunduz shared a congratulatory message following the outstanding success of the Turkiye National Karate Team at the Karate One Series A tournament held in A Coruna, Spain.

The national team achieved a remarkable result, finishing first in the overall rankings with 3 gold, 4 silver, and 2 bronze medals, outperforming strong competitors such as Japan and Ukraine.

Ibrahim Murat Gunduz emphasized that this historic success is not a coincidence but the result of disciplined work, strong leadership, and strategic management.

Gunduz highlighted the impact of Turkish Karate Federation President Ercument Tasdemir, noting that the federation has entered a new era of consistent success since his appointment. He underlined that this upward momentum is clearly reflected in international results.

He also drew attention to the critical role of head coach Cumali Saridogan and the technical team, stating that their discipline, preparation, and leadership were key factors behind the team’s performance.

Ibrahim Murat Gunduz placed special emphasis on the achievements of female athletes, expressing that their success brought him particular pride. He noted that seeing Turkish women reach the top on the international stage represents a powerful symbol for the future of national sports.

Medal Winners:

Gold Medalists:
Hiranur Temizel – Women’s Kumite 50 kg
Fatma Uygur – Women’s Kumite +68 kg
Men’s Team Kata – Kutluhan Duran, Furkan Kaynar, Muhammet Efe Yurtseven, Ozan Parlak

Silver Medalists:
Kadir Furkan Genc – Men’s Kumite +84 kg
Emre Vefa Goktas – Men’s Kata
Mert Halici – Men’s Kumite 60 kg
Women’s Team Kata – Keyda Nur Colak, Ayse Yilmaz, Hayrunnisa Cigirdik, Esra Celik

Bronze Medalists:
Keyda Nur Colak – Women’s Kata
Umut Eren Gundog – Men’s Kumite +84 kg

Gunduz concluded by congratulating the athletes, coaching staff, and federation officials, stating that this achievement reflects the strength, discipline, and determination of Turkish sports on the global stage.