The Side Kick is a pivotal technique in Taekwondo competitions, known for its quick execution and striking accuracy. With the introduction of electronic scoring systems, such as those used in the 2008 ...

Wongpattanakit had already risen to fame in her home country by winning Thailand's first gold medal in taekwondo at the Tokyo Games. With 1.6 million followers on TikTok, Wongpattanakit is known for ...

So he’s come a long way from standing on one leg, to doing kicks with one leg ... but his journey in taekwondo has showcased his ability to not only navigate the challenges of his disability ...

Each Olympic taekwondo match consists of three rounds, with each round lasting two minutes. There is a one-minute break in between each round. At the start of a contest, the competitors stand at ...

(Suhaimi Abdullah/Gett Images) If you’re a big fan of sports that focus on fancy leg work (think soccer), taekwondo might be the martial art for you. Unlike karate and judo, taekwondo wasn’t ...