Referee Mohammed Al-Dosari promoted to first rank in the World Taekwondo Federation
In a move reflecting the development of Saudi sports talent on the international stage, the World Taekwondo Federation officially announced the promotion of Saudi international referee Mohammed Khalaf Al-Dosari from the rank of International Referee 2nd Class to International Referee 1st Class. This decision will take effect on December 31, 2025, and comes as a culmination of his successful career and his passing of all the rigorous evaluations and tests approved by the international federation.
Details of the decision and international recognition
The announcement came via an official letter from the World Taekwondo Federation's Sports and Events Department, signed by Mr. Kisam Kim, the department's director. The letter included a formal congratulatory message to Al-Dossari, praising his high level of competence in officiating matches and his professional commitment to developing the sport. The letter emphasized that this promotion was not merely an administrative procedure, but rather a recognition of the significant efforts made by the Saudi referee and his effective contributions to the success of the international tournaments in which he participated, making him a role model in the field of sports officiating.
The importance of promotion and the standards of the World Federation
This promotion is particularly significant given the stringent standards set by the World Taekwondo Federation for advancement between referee ranks. Reaching the "first rank" requires years of field experience officiating continental and world championships, in addition to passing intensive training courses and rigorous theoretical and practical examinations that ensure the referee is familiar with the latest updates to the ever-changing rules of the game. This rank grants the referee the authority to officiate matches in major sporting events, including Grand Prix tournaments and senior world championships, placing Al-Dossari among the world's elite referees.
The impact of this achievement on Saudi sports
This achievement comes within the context of the comprehensive development witnessed by the sports sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, supported by the Ministry of Sports and the Saudi Olympic and Paralympic Committee. The presence of a Saudi referee at the highest international level of taekwondo officiating reflects the success of national strategies aimed at empowering Saudi personnel not only as players, but also as administrators, referees, and technical staff.
This strong presence contributes to enhancing the soft power of Saudi sports and ensures national representation in refereeing decisions within international arenas, thus strengthening the Saudi Taekwondo Federation's regional and international standing. This achievement also serves as a significant incentive for aspiring Saudi referees to follow in Al-Dossari's footsteps, confirming that Saudi talent is capable of competing and excelling in all international sporting events.
