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Meet ‘The Korean Falcon’ MMA Fighter With a 9-1 Career Record
In his home country of South Korea, Sung Bin Jo is already a pretty big deal.
The dashing 28-year old has looks that can rival any K-Pop star, and that has translated to gigs as an image model on television and magazine ads, as well as appearances on shows such as “Bad Papa” and “Cash Back”.
ONE Championship Superstars, Asian Celebrities Denounce Recent Escalation of Anti-Asian Racism Amidst Covid-19
The world is reeling from a Covid-19 pandemic that has overwhelmed healthcare systems, forced people indoors, and caused economies to crash. Now, this terrible virus can add hate crimes to the list of complications it has brought upon society.
Recent events point to a sharp escalation in hate crimes against Asian people, especially against Asian-Americans in the United States.
The Rise of Asian American Martial Arts Athletes in ONE Championship
Asia’s largest martial arts organization, ONE Championship, without a doubt, has the largest collection of Asian martial arts World Champions who are currently employed on its elite roster of talent. The list of legendary figures is long and consists of some of the most iconic names in the history of martial arts.
The roster includes Japanese mixed martial arts legend Shinya Aoki and Yoshihiro Akiyama, as well as Muay Thai legends Nong-O Gaiyanghadao, Sam-A Gaiyanghadao, and Yodsanklai IWE Fairtex. The organization even once held a title defense for former boxing World Champion and pound-for-pound great, Srisaket Sor Rungvisai.
Asian MMA Stars Unite in the Face of Racism Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic
With the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) global situation bringing the world to its knees, we’ve seen both the best and the worst of humankind.
On one end, people have gone to great lengths to lend a helping hand to one another. We’ve donated money, Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) such as face masks, gowns, and other materials to our medical frontliners, and shared our blessings with the less fortunate who have limited access to basic necessities such as food, clean water, and shelter. We’ve left no one behind in this worldwide fight against this terrible virus.
‘The Apprentice: ONE Championship Edition’ Auditions Are Underway
The first round of auditions for “The Apprentice: ONE Championship Edition” is already underway. The show was announced late February and is slated for distribution and release in the second half of 2020, under license from MGM Television.
This unique version of “The Apprentice” will feature 16 contestants handpicked from around the world to participate in what ONE Championship describes as a ‘high stakes game of business competitions and physical challenges.’
ONE Championship Releases Limited Edition Chinese New Year 2020 T-Shirts
Chinese New Year is fast-approaching, with its familiar red and gold colors making their 2020 debut in early January. In the same vein, Singapore-based martial arts organization ONE Championship has just announced it has released limited edition Chinese New Year merchandise.
The series of shirts feature Chinese-inspired cultural designs.
The Filipino Martial Artists Are Following in Manny Pacquiao’s Footsteps
Everyone on the planet knows Manny Pacquiao. The Filipino boxing legend has become much more than a boxer in his country and to his legion of fans across the world.
Pacquiao’s greatness and moral qualities have made him an inspiration to many people. Among the people Pacquiao has inspired are his countrymen who train in mixed martial arts at Team Lakay in the Philippines.
Remarkable Asian Women Leading the World of Martial Arts
The presence of women in various aspects of martial arts is increasing every year, especially in Asia. The increased participation is due primarily to the pioneers and new human inspirations that seemingly arise regularly.
There are so many women making a huge impact and lighting a fire for young kids. Here are five of the most prominent ones.
The Next Indian Superstar: Ritu Phogat Begins the Journey Towards Greatness in Mixed Martial Arts
Pursuing greatness in a second arena, when you’ve already proven exceptional in your initial passion can be daunting. Imagine daring to be great, stepping out of your comfort zone as an athlete, and chasing something totally different even after your many accomplishments.
Imagine doing this when even members of your own family before you have already established the concept of greatness associated with your name. The pressure involved is likely only surpassed by the courage it takes to reach for even more.
Mei Yamaguchi Uses Her Japanese Spirit To Overcome Bullying, Opponents
Put yourself in the shoes of a young child, learning and developing your personality – developing who you are. Now as that child, place yourself in a completely foreign country.
That was what growing up was like for ONE Championship superstar Mei Yamaguchi.
Savannah Ehm Is A Prospect, Illustrator And The Child Of Survivors
The world of martial arts is packed with athletes with compelling stories from all different backgrounds. Many of the competitors with significant organizations like ONE Championship feature athletes who have come from unimaginable poverty and tragedy.
With that said, there may not be anyone in combat sports quite like Savannah Ehm.
This Asian-American Brother And Sister Are Making Sports History
Never in the history of mixed martial arts has there ever been concurrent brother-and-sister world champions from a major organization. That all changed earlier this year when Mililani, Hawaii’s Christian Lee joined older sister, ONE Women’s Atomweight World Champion Angela Lee, in becoming a world champion.
The 21-year-old athlete of Singaporean and Korean descent stunned fans when he lifted the ONE Lightweight World Championship from Japanese legend Shinya Aoki last May. Lee is at least 15 years Aoki’s junior, but age mattered very little in a battle between two highly-skilled warriors.