Milica Mandić

Taekwondo athlete, Olympic champion.

Milica Mandić - Taekwondo athlete, Olympic champion.
Born

December 6th, 1991
33 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Serbia

Links & References

A taekwondo athlete from Serbia achieved significant success in the sport. Competed in various international competitions, including European Championships and World Championships. Secured a gold medal in taekwondo at the 2012 London Olympics, becoming the first Serbian to win an Olympic medal in this sport. Also earned a bronze medal at the 2014 World Taekwondo Championships in Puebla, Mexico. Mandić has been instrumental in promoting taekwondo in Serbia and inspiring future athletes.

Gold medalist at the 2012 London Olympics

Bronze medalist at the 2014 World Championships

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