2026 Australian Open and World Taekwondo Presidents Cup

These events invite elite black belt athletes from World Taekwondo’s 212 Member National Associations to compete for G2 and G3 world ranking points, ensuring a high-stakes environment with exceptional athletic talent.

The competition lineup includes Kyorugi (Sparring), Para-Kyorugi, Poomsae (Patterns), and Para-Poomsae, showcasing Taekwondo’s diversity in both technique and performance. With each discipline demanding precision, power, and control, the event provides an arena for Taekwondo athletes to gain valuable international ranking points and critical experience in competitive settings.

Both events offer athletes in the Oceania region an invaluable chance to compete alongside the best in the sport and prepare for future international championships. In previous years, these events have attracted participants from around 45 countries, including numerous top-10 ranked athletes, making it one of the key dates on the international Taekwondo calendar.

Each event reflects the collaboration between World Taekwondo, the Oceania Taekwondo Union, and Australian Taekwondo, all dedicated to advancing the sport’s reach and competitive standards in Oceania and beyond.