SEO Geonwoo Triumphs in Men -80kg Taekwondo Quarterfinal at Paris 2024

The Men -80kg Quarterfinal in Taekwondo at the Paris 2024 Olympics saw an intense showdown between two skilled athletes. SEO Geonwoo from Korea faced off against Henrique Rodrigues Fernandes from Brazil on August 9, 2024, at the Grand Palais.

The match commenced at 14:40 local time and concluded with SEO Geonwoo emerging victorious, boasting a final score of 2 points to 0. This victory propelled him into the semifinals of the competition, showcasing his exceptional skill and technique.

SEO Geonwoo, who was seeded 4th in this event, demonstrated his prowess throughout the match. In the first round, he scored 4 points, while Rodrigues Fernandes struggled to score any points, ending the round with a score of 4-0. The second round continued in a similar fashion, with SEO securing 2 points compared to Rodrigues Fernandes' 0 points, concluding the match with an overall score of 2-0 in favor of the Korean athlete.

The match was officiated by a skilled panel, including referee Daniel Khorassandjian from Lebanon and judges Andriy Starkov from Ukraine, Jelena Marot from Croatia, and Agnieszka Scheffler from Poland, ensuring a fair and competitive environment for both athletes.

This victory not only marks a significant achievement for SEO Geonwoo but also adds to Korea's strong legacy in Taekwondo at the Olympic Games. With his eyes set on the gold medal, SEO Geonwoo is poised to continue his journey in the upcoming semifinal round, where he will face even tougher competition.