Taekwondo achieved formal international recognition as the International Olympic Committee approved it as an official medal sport. During the 103rd IOC Congress in Paris, delegates officially voted to include the discipline. The martial art emphasizes speed, agility high-kicking techniques and disciplined mental strength. The historic decision paved the way for athletes worldwide to compete on the grandest athletic stage. Inclusion in the Olympic Games helped elevate Korea’s national sport into a truly global discipline with millions of dedicated practitioners worldwide.
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