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Lena StojkovichCroatian taekwondo fighter
Date of Birth: 03.01.2002
Country:  Croatia |
Content:
- Lena Stojković: Croatian Taekwondo Champion
- Youth Olympic Success
- European Championships Dominance
- World Championships Triumphs
- Olympic Bronze
Lena Stojković: Croatian Taekwondo Champion
Early Life and Career BeginningsLena Stojković was born on January 3, 2002. Her journey in international taekwondo competitions began in 2015.
Youth Olympic Success
In 2018, Stojković made waves at the Summer Youth Olympic Games in Buenos Aires. She clinched the bronze medal in the 44kg weight category, showcasing her immense talent at a young age.
European Championships Dominance
Stojković's European domination began in 2021 at the Championships in Sofia, Bulgaria. She emerged victorious over Russian athlete Larisa Medvedeva in the final, claiming the gold medal. The following year, she repeated her triumph in Manchester, defeating Turkish opponent Emin Gökebakan to retain her European title.
World Championships Triumphs
2022 marked a pivotal year for Stojković. At the World Championships in Guadalajara, Mexico, she seized the gold medal in the 46kg weight category. Her opponent in the final was the renowned Turkish athlete Rükiye Yıldırım. Stojković once again proved her mettle in the 2023 World Championships in Baku, where she defended her title in the 46kg category, defeating Thailand's Kamonchanok Sukgeen in the final.
Olympic Bronze
At the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, Stojković stepped up to the 49kg weight category and secured the bronze medal. In the battle for third place, she overcame Turkish athlete Merve Dincel, adding another prestigious accolade to her impressive resume.
