26/09/2026
The winners of the Tokio Cup International Competition 2026 and the All Kyokushin Knockdown Tournament 2026 were honoured today with a reception at Château de Réduit, hosted by His Excellency the President of the Republic of Mauritius.
His Excellency congratulated the athletes, coaches, parents, supporters and all stakeholders whose dedication has helped raise the Mauritian flag on international podiums and bring medals and trophies home for Mauritius. 🇲🇺🏆
The President also expressed his appreciation for the intergenerational work being carried out, with the discipline bringing together and retaining participants across different age groups.
With the continued growth in performance and the consistent representation of Mauritius at international level, His Excellency expressed his seriousness and strong interest in seeing the organisation formally recognised and appropriately structured through the respective Ministry and the Olympic Committee. He also expressed his interest in working towards greater recognition and inclusion, ensuring that no one is left behind.
Speaking on behalf of the athletes and the discipline, Sensei Ismaail highlighted the serious self-investment made by our athletes, alongside the commitment of their coaches, parents and supporters. Behind every medal is a journey of discipline, sacrifice, resilience and teamwork. He appealed to the President for investing in our youth. Our mission goes beyond competition. We strive to perform at the highest level internationally while using WKB as a vehicle to develop stronger, more disciplined and resilient citizens, equipped to face the social challenges of our time.
Osu no Seishin.
🇲🇺 For the Next Generation
