In an exclusive interview with IRNA on Tuesday, Majid Mehravani stated: The kung fu semi-free championship of the country in the men’s section was scheduled to start on Thursday in Rasht.
He added: “This period of competitions was canceled and postponed to another time due to the increase in the corona in different provinces of the country and also its increase in Gilan.”
The head of Gilan Kung Fu and Martial Arts Board continued: These competitions were to be held for 2 days and with the presence of about 300 athletes of this martial field in the adult age category in the 6,000-seat sports complex of Rasht Martyrs, which according to Due to the increase in the corona, the tournament was canceled.
Mehravani stated: Considering that the agreement to host this period of competitions was given to Gilan, we had prepared the preparations for holding these competitions at a high quality level and also suitable facilities so that all stages of holding these competitions can be done properly.
He pointed out: “In any case, the health of athletes, coaches, referees and other executive agents is a priority, and for this reason, the Kung Fu Championship in Gilan was canceled by the Kung Fu Federation to protect the health of athletes and other officials.”