TIRANA, October 19 /ATSH/ – Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports Blendi Gonxhja announced the success of Neevis Hasani at the World Karate Championships held in Bielsko-Biała, Poland.
Junior Male −55 kg division, Hasani secured Albania’s first medal at this level in records dating back to 1999.
To secure the bronze medal, Neevis had to defeat opponents from Switzerland, South Africa and Egypt; he also faced a representative from Azerbaijan and secured a victory against an opponent from Portugal.
“With a record of 4 wins and 1 loss, Neevis Hasani has achieved a significant result on the global stage, ranking among the top three in his category,” wrote Minister Gonxhja.
This was the 14th edition of the World Championships, featuring participants from the federations of 180 different countries. /j.p/r.e/p.s./
