PARA TAEKWONDO SPORT DEVELOPMENT AND ATHLETES’ OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENTS

Abstract

This article examines the global development of Para Taekwondo, its stages of growth, and the major achievements of Paralympic athletes. The study is based on statistical data from 2006-2023, as well as reports from World Taekwondo (WT) and the International Paralympic Committee (IPC). It analyzes the popularization of Para Taekwondo, athlete classification, competition rules, and achievements observed during the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games from a scientific-methodological perspective. The article highlights the role of Para Taekwondo within an inclusive sports system, the physical and psychological development of athletes with disabilities, and the significance of their success on the international stage.