Vincentian karate athlete Christian Joseph captured a bronze medal at the 12th Commonwealth Karate Championships, held in Glasgow, Scotland, from November 5–8, 2026.
Joseph earned bronze in the Men’s Under-21 Kumite (sparring) division, competing against athletes from an international field representing 23 nations across five continents.
Also representing St. Vincent and the Grenadines was Coach Adrian John, who attended the championships and provided coaching support.
In addition to his involvement with the Vincentian delegation, John coached two athletes from Grenada, Lorenzo Asnaghi and Ethan Courtney. Asnaghi secured a bronze medal in the Junior Kumite division, while Courtney advanced to the next round of competition.
The championships brought together competitors from across the Commonwealth, providing a valuable opportunity for athletes and coaches to showcase their abilities and gain international experience.
Joseph’s bronze-medal performance adds another achievement to his karate career and represents a proud moment for St. Vincent and the Grenadines on the international karate stage.
