Metro India News | Hyderabad   

Two young athletes of Glendale Academy, Suncity, Hyderabad, clinched gold medals at the Open National Taekwondo Championship 2025 held at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium on June 26.

Rumaisa Khalid, a grade 7 student, competed in the Under-14 category while, and Mohammed Zayyan Khalid, a grade 5 student, showcased his talent in the Under-12 category. The championship saw the participation of more than 350 students from Telangana and other states.

This is not the first time Rumaisa and Zayyan have proven their mettle. Their most recent competition was held in March the 13th Open State Inter-School Poomsae and Kyorugi Taekwondo Competition 2025 where both students also won gold medals, continuing a streak of excellence.

Speaking on their achievement, Madhu Khanna, Senior Principal, Glendale Academy, said, ‘We are immensely proud of Rumaisa and Zayyan for their outstanding achievement. Their unwavering dedication, discipline, and fighting spirit embody the values we uphold at Glendale. This triumph is more than just a medal, it’s a testament to what young minds can achieve when passion meets purpose.’