Victorian Bailey Lewis delivered an impressive performance at the Olympic Games, making a remarkable debut in the Taekwondo competition at the Grand Palais in Paris.
Lewis shone in the Round of 16, showcasing his skill and precision by defeating 18-year-old Nouridine Garba Issaka of Niger in a dominant 2-0 victory.
Advancing to the quarter-finals, Lewis faced a formidable opponent in Number 1 seed Mohamed Khalil Jendoubi of Tunisia, who would go on to win the bronze medal. Despite a tough contest, Lewis demonstrated his determination and resilience, fighting fiercely against the top-seeded competitor.
While he didn't advance further, Lewis's Olympic journey has been a testament to his talent and hard work. His efforts on the world stage have set a strong foundation for future competitions.
Australia returns to the mat today in the Women's -57 division, with fellow Victorian Stacey Hymer set to compete at 5:58 pm AEST.
You can follow all the Taekwondo action live on Stan Sport or Channel 9. For information about schedules and results, please visit the Paris Olympic website.
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Mackenzie Macdonald has made history, claiming a silver medal in the women's 49kg division at the Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Senegal. This marks a major milestone for the sport in Australia, with Macdonald acquiring the first ever medal at the Youth Olympic Games for Australian Taekwondo.
Mackenzie Macdonald is set to debut at the Youth Olympic Games Tonight. Click here to view her full draw and live stream link.
Australia's Para Taekwondo coaching team recently gathered on the Gold Coast for a coach development and strategic planning weekend, bringing together coaches from across the program to sharpen their skills and map out the next phase of Para Taekwondo in Australia.
The weekend was made possible through a Para Coach Development Grant funded by the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS). The grant aims to deepen coaches' knowledge of the high performance para environment, helping to build coaching capability and grow Para Taekwondo across the country.
