It scared me, tears flow every day, describes golden hope. For the Czech Republic, it is the first in history.

Amálie Haková, a young karateka from České Budějovice, recently won a gold medal at the World Championship in Poland, marking a significant achievement in her career. She reflects on the challenges faced during the competition and her journey in karate, which she started at the age of six. Despite previous silver medals, she successfully overcame a tough final match, demonstrating resilience and mental strength. Haková expresses her aspirations for future competitions, including potential participation in the Olympics, and discusses the evolving landscape of karate in Europe compared to Asia. She emphasizes the importance of her sport's emotional aspects and her commitment to continuing in karate as she transitions to senior categories.