Pakistan is set to host the 8th World Taekwondo President’s Cup 2026 (Asian Region) from August 17 to 21 at Lahore’s Jinnah Sports Complex, bringing together top athletes from across the world for one of the region’s biggest international taekwondo events.
The prestigious G3-level competition is expected to feature a record 38 countries and more than 869 athletes, making it the largest World Taekwondo President’s Cup in history.
The scale of participation highlights the growing international importance of the tournament and places Lahore in the spotlight as a major destination for global sporting events.
Athletes, coaches and officials from participating nations will gather in Pakistan to compete at the highest level, with valuable ranking points and international experience at stake.
The event is also expected to provide Pakistani athletes with an opportunity to compete against leading international talent on home soil.
The hosting of the championship marks another significant step for Pakistan’s sports sector, demonstrating the country’s growing capacity to organize major international competitions.
With hundreds of athletes representing dozens of nations, the event is set to showcase Lahore to a global sporting audience while strengthening Pakistan’s presence on the international taekwondo stage.
