Solidarity Center Open 2026 brings G1 taekwondo and refugee support to Montargis

The Solidarity Center Open 2026 takes place this weekend, July 4 and 5, at the Complexe Sportif du Puiseaux in Montargis, France, bringing together cadet, junior and senior athletes for an important international taekwondo competition.
Recognized as a G1/E1 event, the tournament offers valuable ranking opportunities while also standing out for its strong social mission. One of the main characteristics of the Solidarity Center Open is its support for refugee athletes, who are given the opportunity to compete with assistance covering key participation expenses, including registration, transportation and accommodation.
This initiative reinforces the role of taekwondo as a sport capable of promoting inclusion, solidarity and new opportunities for athletes facing difficult circumstances.

The Solidarity Center Open 2026 is organized by Taekwondo Châlette and led by Mamoudou Bassoum, one of the main driving forces behind this international sporting and humanitarian initiative.

The event’s Technical Delegate is Moustapha Akkouh, while Chakir Chelbat serves as Referee Chairman, overseeing the technical and refereeing operations of the competition and Serge Sembona, France Referee Chairman.

Fans around the world will be able to follow the action live and watch some of the most promising young competitors battle for medals in Montargis.

Event details:
Date: July 4–5, 2026
Location: Complexe Sportif du Puiseaux, Montargis, France
Categories: Cadet, Junior and Senior
Ranking classification: G1/E1
Technical Delegate: Moustapha Akkouh
Referee Chairman: Chakir Chelbat

Follow the live matches and stay connected with Mundotaekwondo.com for the latest updates, results and highlights from the Solidarity Center Open 2026.
Mundotaekwondo.com will also provide access to the official brackets for the cadet and junior divisions, allowing readers to follow each category, identify the main matchups and track the athletes’ paths toward the final rounds.
