Draft:Ulvi Mammadov
 Ulvi Mammadov at an international karate tournament, 2023 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Full name | Ulvi Mammadov | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Nationality | Azerbaijani | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Citizenship |  Azerbaijan | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Born | February 10, 1999 Sumqayit, Azerbaijan | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Education | Police Academy | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Sport | Karate | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Ulvi Mammadov
Full Name: Ulvi Mammadov
Date of Birth: February 10, 1999
Place of Birth: Sumqayit, Azerbaijan
Citizenship: Azerbaijan
Occupation: Karateka, Military Lieutenant
Education: Graduate of the Police Academy
Belt Rank: 2nd Dan Black Belt
Weight Class: 84+ kg
Early Life and Education
[edit]Ulvi Mammadov was born on February 10, 1999, in Sumqayit, Azerbaijan. From an early age, his interest in sports led him to pursue karate. Ulvi quickly mastered the fundamental principles of the sport and progressed rapidly in this field. After completing his secondary education, he entered the Police Academy of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan, where he received legal education and graduated with honors. During his studies at the academy, he also developed his military skills and physical strength, earning the rank of lieutenant.
Sports Career
[edit]Ulvi Mammadov is one of the athletes who has successfully represented Azerbaijan on the international stage in karate. His major achievements throughout his career include:
- 2019 WSF European Championship, Macedonia - Bronze Medal: This was Ulvi Mammadov's first significant achievement, leading to his recognition on the international level.
- 2021 Fudokan European Championship, Poland, Katowice - Bronze Medal: This medal demonstrated Mammadov's skills in Fudokan karate.
- 2021 WKF Belarus, Gomel International Tournament - Gold Medal: Mammadov secured the gold medal in this tournament, defeating his opponents.
- 2022 WSF World Championship, Turkey, Istanbul - Silver Medal: Mammadov finished second at the World Championship, highlighting his status as one of the world's top athletes.
- 2023 WSF Kyrgyzstan, Issyk-Kul Asian Championship - Silver Medal: By winning the silver medal at the Asian Championship, Mammadov proved himself as one of the best karatekas in Asia.
- 2022 WSF World Championship, Czech Republic, Pardubice - Gold Medal: This victory secured Mammadov the world champion title, marking a significant milestone in his career.
- 2023 WSF European Championship, Bulgaria, Kranevo - Gold Medal: Mammadov once again confirmed his status as one of the top karatekas in Europe by winning this championship.
- 2023 WSF Georgia, Batumi International Tournament - Gold Medal: By winning the gold medal at this international tournament in Batumi, Ulvi Mammadov once again demonstrated his mastery. He dedicated his victory to Azerbaijan's National Hero, Mubariz Ibrahimov.
Ulvi Mammadov's achievements do not end here. In October 2021, he won a bronze medal in team events at the 25th European Fudokan Championship held in Katowice, Poland. Later, in November 2021, he earned silver medals at the World Shotokan Karate Championship in Turkey and the Open Asian Championship in Kyrgyzstan in 2022. In 2022, he was crowned world champion at the 12th World Championship organized by the World Shotokan Federation (WSF) in Pardubice, Czech Republic.
Achievements and Awards
[edit]In 2022, Ulvi Mammadov was named the Athlete of the Year by the World Fudokan Federation. This award confirmed his success in the karate world and his achievements on the international stage. Mammadov has also been honored with various medals and diplomas at different international tournaments.
According to sources, Ulvi Mammadov's achievements have been highly praised by both the sports community and the media. Leading Azerbaijani news agencies, including AZERTAC and Real TV, have published extensive articles about his victories.
Quotes from the Press
[edit]AZERTAC: "Ulvi Mammadov secured first place at the international tournament held in Gomel, Belarus, proving himself as the strongest karateka in the 84+ kg weight category." (source)
AZERTAC: "At the 12th World Championship organized by the World Shotokan Federation in Pardubice, Czech Republic, Ulvi Mammadov won all four of his matches, earning the title of world champion." (source)
Moderator.az: "Ulvi Mammadov won the silver medal, defending Azerbaijan's honor at the Asian Championship in Issyk-Kul, Kyrgyzstan." (source)
Sumqayıt24: "At the 13th European Championship organized by the World and European Shotokan Federations (WSF/ESF) in Kranevo, Bulgaria, the captain of the Azerbaijani team, Ulvi Mammadov, who holds a 2nd Dan Black Belt and is a world champion, defeated four opponents to become the European champion." (source)
Personal Life
[edit]Ulvi Mammadov's achievements in sports are intertwined with his military career. He currently serves as a lieutenant in the Armed Forces of Azerbaijan. In addition to karate, Mammadov is deeply committed to military training and physical development. He successfully balances his sports achievements with his military life, serving as a role model for young people.
Sources
[edit]"Our world champion Ulvi Mammadov won the international karate tournament" - AZERTAC
"Our karateka Ulvi Mammadov became the world champion" - AZERTAC
"Our athlete Mammadov Ulvi will represent our country at the Asian Championship" - Moderator.az
"Our karateka Ulvi Mammadov won the European title" - Sumqayıt24
"The best of the past year have been awarded" - Real TV
"The World Championship in Turkey has been held" - Real TV