Malaysia's Koryo Taekwondo Club dominates world stage, bags 53 medals in South Korea

Sinar Daily

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The club sent a 93-strong delegation, comprising young athletes, parents, coaches and four teachers.
After nearly a decade, Malaysia's Koryo Taekwondo Club made a triumphant return to the world stage, winning 53 medals—including 26 gold—at the 18th World Taekwondo Culture Expo in South Korea.
SHAH ALAM - After nearly a decade since their last international showing, Malaysia's Koryo Taekwondo Club returned triumphantly to the world stage, bagging a total of 53 medals at the prestigious 18th World Taekwondo Culture Expo in Muju, South Korea.
Cementing their place as one of the standout teams at this year's global event, the team brought home a whopping 26 gold, 15 silver and 12 bronze medals. After nearly a decade, Malaysia's Koryo Taekwondo Club made a triumphant return to the world stage, winning 53 medals—including 26 gold—at the 18th World Taekwondo Culture Expo in South Korea.
Held from July 17 to 22 at the Taekwondowon in Muju, the internationally recognised headquarters of Taekwondo, the championship attracted athletes from over 15 countries, making the Koryo contingent's achievements all the more impressive.
The club sent a 93-strong delegation, comprising young athletes, parents, coaches and four teachers.
Their dynamic presence and high-level performance not only caught the attention of onlookers but also surprised many participants.
'This programme is specially designed for athletes to represent the club and the country on the international stage, providing exposure that will enable them to compete and grow into world-class athletes,' said the club's management prior to the team's departure from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) on June 16. After nearly a decade, Malaysia's Koryo Taekwondo Club made a triumphant return to the world stage, winning 53 medals—including 26 gold—at the 18th World Taekwondo Culture Expo in South Korea.
This marked Koryo's return to the international stage after nearly a decade.
Their last appearance at the Expo was in 2016, where they too impressed global audiences and secured top-ranking medals.
Their return in 2025 was highly anticipated and they did not disappoint.
According to Team Leader Muhammad Muhiyaddin, the current group represents the next generation of Koryo athletes, following in the footsteps of those who are now part of the Malaysian national squad.
'The group of young athletes who participated this time are the next generation of Koryo athletes, following in the footsteps of those currently in the national squad representing the country,' he said. After nearly a decade, Malaysia's Koryo Taekwondo Club made a triumphant return to the world stage, winning 53 medals—including 26 gold—at the 18th World Taekwondo Culture Expo in South Korea.
He also credited the coaching team, which includes former national athletes and ex-Sukma state coaches, for grooming young talents and identifying athletes with outstanding potential.
In addition to the fierce competition, the Malaysian team also took part in cultural activities including a Taekwondo performance and a guided tour of Taekwondowon, further immersing themselves in the martial art's heritage.
Taekwondowon, the global hub of Taekwondo, served as the perfect venue for the event.
As a cultural and training centre, it plays a crucial role in preserving and promoting the values, history and discipline of Taekwondo.