Avishag Semberg
Taekwondo Olympian bronze medalist
Born
September 16th, 2001
23 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Israel
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Competed in taekwondo at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, securing a bronze medal in the women's featherweight category. Semberg began training in taekwondo at a young age and gradually ascended through the ranks, representing Israel in numerous international competitions. Her dedication and skill in the sport led to her qualification for the Olympics, where she achieved an important milestone for Israeli taekwondo. She also participated in various European championships, contributing to her reputation as a leading athlete in her field.
Won bronze medal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics
Competed in multiple European taekwondo championships
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