The Youth Muay Thai Championship is currently underway in Odesa, with more than 260 athletes participating from 15 regions of Ukraine.

A special highlight was the Wai Kru performance — a traditional ritual dance that shows respect to trainers, parents, and the martial art itself.

Young athletes received a warm welcome from the honorary president of the National Muay Thai Federation, Odesa's mayor Hennadiy Trukhanov:

«You are already winners for choosing strength, perseverance, and dignity over easy paths. Train hard, invest your heart — and the results will speak for themselves. It is individuals like you who build a strong Ukraine».

The championship will last several days, and there are still many exciting matches ahead.

Winners of the national selection will represent Ukraine in September at the World Championship and will also participate in other international tournaments.