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Irish Open 2026 in Dublin: Gold and Silver for Rebels Karateclub

Irish Open 2026: Two Medals for the Rebels in Dublin

On 12 and 13 September 2026, Edvin Kuric and Lorenz Hellmer of Rebels Karateclub competed at the Irish Open 2026 in the National Indoor Arena in Blanchardstown, Dublin - and returned to Vienna with gold and silver. The road to the veteran kumite title: three bouts, 16:0 on points, not a single point conceded.

The Irish Open are one of the big open karate tournaments in Britain and Ireland. Hosted by the Irish federation ONAKAI, the weekend brought 444 athletes from 76 clubs and 18 nations to the tatami, with a total of 631 entries. Austria was represented at this tournament by a single club: Rebels Karateclub from Vienna.

A Strong Season: Rebels Karateclub's 2026 Competition Review

A Season to Be Proud Of

For Rebels Karateclub from Vienna, the 2026 competition year ranks among the most successful in the club’s history. From the international opener in Croatia to the season highlight at the national championship, our athletes stood on the podium tournament after tournament – nationally and internationally, in both individual and team events. Here is the overview of the season so far.

International Opener: 20th Cro Cup in Croatia

The season opened in April with the 20th Cro Cup in Croatia. Chairman and head coach Edvin Kuric immediately delivered a double success in two completely different disciplines:

Gold, Silver and Bronze - Five Medals at the Austrian Karate Championship 2026

Austrian Karate Championship 2026: Five Medals for Rebels Karateclub

At the Austrian Karate Championship on 4 June 2026, Rebels Karateclub from Vienna delivered an outstanding team performance, claiming five podium finishes in kumite: one Austrian national title, two vice-champion titles and two third places. Once again, the Rebels rank among the strongest karate clubs in the country - 3rd in Vienna and 9th in the nationwide club ranking.

The national championship is the most important domestic karate competition of the year. Against this backdrop, the strong result underlines the training dedication, discipline and team spirit of our athletes.

Podium Finishes at the Austrian International Shotokan Cup 2026 in St. Georgen im Attergau

Austrian International Shotokan Cup 2026 in St. Georgen im Attergau

On 30 May 2026, Rebels Karateclub competed at the Austrian International Shotokan Cup in St. Georgen im Attergau, Upper Austria. Our athletes delivered strong performances in the kata and kumite events and returned to Vienna with several medals and podium finishes.

The Austrian International Shotokan Cup is a tradition-rich tournament with international participation and offers an ideal stage to measure yourself against strong competition during the season. This is exactly the challenge we seek - and we took it on with full commitment.

Rebels Karateclub at the Karate Austria General Assembly 2026 in Salzburg

Karate Austria General Assembly 2026 in Salzburg

On 29 May 2026, the General Assembly of Karate Austria, the Austrian karate federation, took place in Salzburg. The focus was on the review of the past association year, important organisational decisions and, above all, the new elections of the federation’s bodies for the upcoming term of office.

Rebels Karateclub was also represented in Salzburg. As a club that is engaged not only in competition but also in the structures of organised karate, actively helping to shape the federation is a genuine concern for us.

Vienna State Championship 2026 – Rebels Succeed Again in Vienna

Vienna State Championship 2026 – a Strong Home Performance for Rebels

On 14 May 2026, the Vienna Karate State Championship took place in Vienna. For Rebels Karateclub, this was the most important date in the regional competition calendar – and our athletes did not miss the opportunity.

Edvin Kuric – Twice First Place

Edvin Kuric crowned the day with a double Vienna state title: two times 1st place on his record. Once again he underlined his exceptional standing in Vienna Kumite – and set a clear marker for the upcoming national competitions of the season.

Styrian Open 2026 – Rebels Successful Again in Graz

Styrian Open 2026 – Medals for the Rebels on the International Stage

One year after Lorenz Hellmer’s double success, Rebels Karateclub returned to the Styrian Open 2026 in Graz – and once again our athletes were able to bring medals home to Vienna. The tournament is among the most significant international karate competitions in the German-speaking world and is a true benchmark for any ambitious karateka.

A Top-Tier Field of Participants

Every year, athletes from all over Europe compete at the Styrian Open in the disciplines of Kata and Kumite. Alongside ambitious club fighters, national team athletes from performance centers also take part. This is exactly the level the Rebels seek: anyone who prevails here has held their own against strong competition.

Gold and Silver: Edvin Kuric Shines at the 20th Cro Cup in Croatia

Double Success at the 20th Cro Cup in Croatia

At the 20th Cro Cup in Croatia, Edvin Kuric, chairman and head coach of Rebels Karateclub, once again proved his class. Against international competition he secured no fewer than two medals - and that in two completely different disciplines.

In Kumite +84kg Edvin asserted himself convincingly in his weight class and took the gold medal. In addition, he impressed in the form-based Kata event of the Male Seniors and returned home with silver.

ESKA European Championship 2025 – Rebels in Portimão

ESKA European Championship 2025 in Portimão – the Next International Stage

The WSKA World Championship in Cádiz had barely ended when Rebels Karateclub moved straight on to the next big challenge: the ESKA European Championship 2025 in Portimão, Portugal. From Spain to Portugal, from one major event to the next – this double load at the highest international level impressively demonstrates the ambition and aspirations of our young club.

The Journey to Portugal

Lisbon in late autumn, airport halls decorated for Christmas and the anticipation of another international tournament – the trip to Portimão was the prelude to an intense competition weekend for the Rebels team. After the exhausting days in Cádiz, it was now time to switch body and mind back into competition mode.