The Iranian wushu team arrived in the Sultanate yesterday to defend its crown in the 9th World Junior Wushu Championships that will be held at the Indoor Stadium of the Hassanal Bolkiah National Sports Complex from tomorrow until September 29.
The Iranian team emerged as champions in the 8th World Junior Wushu Championship in Indonesia in 2022. President of Iran Wushu Federation Amir Sedighi said, “We are here to defend our championship.”
He added, “There are hundreds of contingents from around the world coming to Brunei. This is a good opportunity for the country to showcase to the world what it can offer.”
The contingent of 22 athletes, aged from eight to 17, were welcomed at the Brunei International Airport by Deputy Ambassador of Iran to Brunei Darussalam Amir Rashidi Mosleh. – James Kon
