Rossano hosts FITA Italian Taekwondo Championships 2026

The FITA Italian Taekwondo Championships 2026 (Kyorugi) took place at the PalaEventi in Rossano, Calabria. Organized by the Italian Taekwondo Federation (FITA) in collaboration with the Calabria Regional Committee, the event drew 793 athletes from across Italy to compete in Junior, Under 21, Senior, and Master categories.

Over the course of three days, a total of 722 matches were held. The competition included the Under 21 Black Belt category, which serves as a training ground for future Olympic athletes, as well as Senior and Master divisions. The Under 21 tournament also functioned as the final qualifying event for the Italian Absolute Championships scheduled for November.

Among the notable performances, Christian Difilippo secured a bronze medal in the -68 kg category during the Under 21 competition. The event was noted by organizers for its high level of athletic intensity and strong local public engagement.