Karateka Rauan Slamkulov won the 2026 USA Open , taking first place at the prestigious international competition, which took place from April 2–5, 2026, in Fort Worth , Texas, USA. This result marks another significant achievement in the athlete's sporting career, with years of experience competing on the national and international stages.

Tournament  USA Open & Junior International The Cup brings together athletes who demonstrate a high level of technical skill, tactical thinking, and physical endurance. Participation in the tournament requires serious preparation, the ability to adapt to the opponent's style, and maintain concentration in intense matches.

Rauan Slamkulov has dedicated a significant portion of his life to karate. He is an international master of sport, holds a first- dan black belt , and is a multiple winner of national and international competitions.

Rauan's athletic career includes prizes at world, Asian, and Central Asian championships. In 2010, he won a bronze medal at the World Cadet and Junior Championships in Hong Kong. In 2011, he won silver at the Asia-Pacific Region Karate-do Goju-ryu Championships in Thailand, and in 2012, he took second place at the Shotokan Karate World Cup in Uzbekistan. In 2015, he also won silver at the World Shotokan Karate Championships in Georgia.

Such results are possible thanks to systematic work, strict discipline, and constant technical refinement. In karate, it's not just speed and strength that matter, but also the ability to analyze an opponent's actions, choose the right tactics, and control one's emotions until the end of the fight.

In addition to competing, Rauan Slamkulov developed adaptive karate, conducting training sessions for children with special needs. This experience reflects another aspect of athletics: the ability to use martial arts to develop physical skills, confidence, and independence.

Victory and first place at the 2026 USA Open added to Rauan's list of achievements Slamkulov's achievements were a continuation of his long-standing career in professional sports. Behind every achievement are years of training, correcting mistakes, and striving for new heights.

Elsa Hertz