Palestinian karate champion Maryam Bsharat secured her second world title by defeating Spain's Noa Lopez Gonzalez 3-1 at the World Karate Championships in Poland. Currently ranked world number one in the Junior Women’s under-66kg category, Bsharat's victory marks her second consecutive win at the international level.
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Palestinian karate champion Maryam Bsharat wins second world title
Palestinian athlete Maryam Bsharat won gold at the World Karate Championships in Poland after defeating Spain’s Noa Lopez Gonzalez 3-1. Bsharat is currently ranked world number one in the Junior Women’s under-66kg category.
Published On 18 Oct 2026
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