Kickboxing: 14-year-old Moroccan Ambar Tesoudali crowned champion at ISKA China Open 2026

Ambar Tesoudali

Young Moroccan kickboxer Ambar Tesoudali was crowned champion in her category on Friday at the ISKA China Open 2026 in Sanya, a resort city in China’s island province of Hainan, following several days of competition that brought together athletes from around the world.

On 08/08/2026 at 13h30

At just 14, the young Moroccan continues her rapid rise on the international stage, adding another title to an already impressive record and reinforcing her status as one of Morocco’s promising young kickboxing talents.

Her run was far from straightforward, however. Last-minute schedule changes, repeatedly postponed fight times and long hours of waiting before the final tested her mental preparation as well as her physical endurance.

“It wasn’t my best fight, but I showed that I could stay focused and find a solution when things get difficult,” the Moroccan champion said after winning the title.

Far from being satisfied with the victory, Tesoudali sees the success as another step in her development. “I’m very happy to bring this gold medal home, but I know I can do better. This victory motivates me to keep improving and work even harder,” she said.

The official medal ceremony is scheduled for Sunday in Sanya, where the young Moroccan will officially receive her ISKA China Open 2026 championship title.

Held from Aug. 5 to 9 at the Mangrove Tree International Convention Center in Sanya, the ISKA China Open & World Elite Invitational 2026 brings together fighters from numerous countries across several disciplines, including Muay Thai, kickboxing, boxing, mixed martial arts, Brazilian jiu-jitsu and wushu.

Presented by organizers as one of Asia’s largest combat sports events, the tournament aims to promote exchanges among athletes, coaches and federations while raising the profile of ISKA competitions across the continent.

By Le360 (with MAP)
On 08/08/2026 at 13h30