The 23rd WKF Asian Karate Championship among cadets, juniors, and U-21 youth was held in Shaoguan, China.

Around 500 athletes from 29 Asian countries took part in the championship. The national team of the Kyrgyz Republic was represented by 18 athletes, 3 coaches, and 3 referees.

As a result, athletes of the karate-do department of SDYUSHOR “Olimp” won 1 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze medals.

Results:

Cadets (14–15 years old):

Alinur Kamilov (+70 kg) — 3rd place

Juniors (16–17 years old):

Matvey Yavget (–76 kg) — 1st place

Derya Dayan (+66 kg) — 3rd place

U-21 (18–20 years old):

Erlan Akylbek uulu (–67 kg) — 2nd place