Emma Markwell is the KWU World Champion, as the BKK women set a high bar

Emma taking the fight to Ficks (IFK Russia) in the final match

Emma taking the fight to Ficks (IFK Russia) in the final match

The KWU held the 4th World Championships in Nur Sultan, Kazakhstan on 7-8th December in a hotly contested and high-level competition.

Emma Markwell, having gained silver at the previous three champioships, finally took gold and the title of World Champion in the -65kg class, in an impressive display over 2 days beating her final opponent from Russia in an aggresive and tough match.

Congratulations to Sensei Emma, our World Champion!

Hayley Beth Rowlands battled her way through 2 days to gain a very well deserved silver place in her strong -5okg category.

Congratulations to Senpai Hayley on her first world podium placing.


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