Congratulations to Our Fighters at the 30th Dragon Cup International Friendship Karate Championships
The International Karate Alliance KyokushinRyu proudly congratulates all fighters who participated in the 30th Dragon Cup International Friendship Karate Championships, organized by the World Kyokushinkaikan (WKK), held on October 4, 2026, in Kagoshima, Japan.
Competing on an international stage requires dedication, sacrifice, and countless hours of training. Every fighter who stepped onto the competition mat demonstrated courage, discipline, and the true spirit of Kyokushin.
🏆 Tournament Achievements
🏆 Lourynne Legarde
Champion, Kata Intermediate Division
🏆 Xueyan Bai (China - Tiger Dojo)
Champion, General Women's Open Weight Division
🥈 Emerich Romero
2nd Place, Kumite High School Girls Advanced Division
🥉 Isaias Gonzales
3rd Place, Men's 70kg Above Division
🥉 Kismat Thapa Magar (Singapore - Gurkha Dojo)
3rd Place, General Men's 70kg Division
🎖️ Kim Rain Andaleon
Semi-Finalist, Kumite High School Boys Advanced Division
👏 Participants
👏 Lourence Legarde
👏 Jian Isaac Maravilla
👏 Malchus Juriel Del Rosario
👏 Matvey Sabriel Tolentino
👏 Ahmadinnie Yusop Talapas
🙏 Special Thanks
Our heartfelt gratitude goes to our coaches and leaders for their guidance, support, and dedication throughout this journey:
🥋 Shihan Usman Baraguir
Philippine Country Director / Branch Chief
🥋 Sensei Aldrin Sison
Philippine Branch Chief
We also extend our sincere appreciation to all the parents, families, friends, and supporters who stood behind our fighters every step of the way. Your encouragement, sacrifices, and unwavering support play an important role in every achievement and milestone reached by our members.
A special thank you as well to the World Kyokushinkaikan (WKK) for successfully organizing the 30th Dragon Cup International Friendship Karate Championships and for continuously providing opportunities for fighters from different countries and organizations to come together in the spirit of friendship, respect, and martial arts excellence. We wish WKK continued success and more power in its efforts to promote Kyokushin around the world.
To everyone who participated, thank you for representing your dojo, your country, and the spirit of Kyokushin with pride and honor. Whether you returned home with a medal or valuable experience, your dedication and fighting spirit have made the entire IKAK family proud.
Congratulations to all our fighters. May this achievement inspire us to continue training harder, growing stronger, and strengthening the bonds of friendship through Kyokushin.
OSU!
Competing on an international stage requires dedication, sacrifice, and countless hours of training. Every fighter who stepped onto the competition mat demonstrated courage, discipline, and the true spirit of Kyokushin.
🏆 Tournament Achievements
🏆 Lourynne Legarde
Champion, Kata Intermediate Division
🏆 Xueyan Bai (China - Tiger Dojo)
Champion, General Women's Open Weight Division
🥈 Emerich Romero
2nd Place, Kumite High School Girls Advanced Division
🥉 Isaias Gonzales
3rd Place, Men's 70kg Above Division
🥉 Kismat Thapa Magar (Singapore - Gurkha Dojo)
3rd Place, General Men's 70kg Division
🎖️ Kim Rain Andaleon
Semi-Finalist, Kumite High School Boys Advanced Division
👏 Participants
👏 Lourence Legarde
👏 Jian Isaac Maravilla
👏 Malchus Juriel Del Rosario
👏 Matvey Sabriel Tolentino
👏 Ahmadinnie Yusop Talapas
🙏 Special Thanks
Our heartfelt gratitude goes to our coaches and leaders for their guidance, support, and dedication throughout this journey:
🥋 Shihan Usman Baraguir
Philippine Country Director / Branch Chief
🥋 Sensei Aldrin Sison
Philippine Branch Chief
We also extend our sincere appreciation to all the parents, families, friends, and supporters who stood behind our fighters every step of the way. Your encouragement, sacrifices, and unwavering support play an important role in every achievement and milestone reached by our members.
A special thank you as well to the World Kyokushinkaikan (WKK) for successfully organizing the 30th Dragon Cup International Friendship Karate Championships and for continuously providing opportunities for fighters from different countries and organizations to come together in the spirit of friendship, respect, and martial arts excellence. We wish WKK continued success and more power in its efforts to promote Kyokushin around the world.
To everyone who participated, thank you for representing your dojo, your country, and the spirit of Kyokushin with pride and honor. Whether you returned home with a medal or valuable experience, your dedication and fighting spirit have made the entire IKAK family proud.
Congratulations to all our fighters. May this achievement inspire us to continue training harder, growing stronger, and strengthening the bonds of friendship through Kyokushin.
OSU!
