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The Chilean delegation achieved a historic performance at the recent Kyokushin Karate World Cup held in Japan’s capital, earning remarkable results and placing Chile’s name among the top nations in the martial arts world.

Under the leadership of Shihan Alejandro Valdivia (6th Dan), the team demonstrated exceptional discipline, technique, and spirit. His guidance and long-standing dedication to the art of Kyokushin were key elements in the team’s outstanding collective performance.

The Chilean athletes reached the podium in multiple categories, marking a milestone for the country’s martial arts community.

World Champions:

• Nicolás Valdivia – Lightweight Absolute Category

• Franco Henríquez – Up to 17 Years

World Runners-Up:

• Natalia Cortés – Women’s Heavyweight Absolute

• Ian Tapia – Juniors up to 15 Years Heavyweight

Third Place Worldwide:

• Sebastián Valdivia – Middleweight Absolute

• Claudio Umanzor – Middleweight Absolute

• Francisco Henríquez – Senior Heavyweight

• Alexis Valenzuela – Senior Heavyweight

• Guillermo Tapia – Veteran Heavyweight

• Cecilia Oyarce – Veteran Women’s Division

• Belén Araya – Girls up to 15 Years Lightweight

• Claudio Umanzor – Kata Experts

This remarkable achievement positions Chile as one of the emerging forces in world Kyokushin karate, reflecting the dedication, perseverance, and passion of its athletes and instructors.

With their performance, the Chilean team made history and brought great pride to their nation.