On August 22, 2026, Moroccan taekwondo athlete Amina Dehhaoui won the silver medal in the women's competition at the Mediterranean Games held in Taranto, Italy. This marks Morocco's first medal of the Games.
Dehhaoui's performance was highlighted by her victories in the earlier rounds, but she was defeated in the final by her Italian opponent, who claimed gold. The exact score and weight category have not been officially released yet.
The Mediterranean Games, which run from August 21 to September 3, 2026, feature athletes from 26 countries across the Mediterranean basin. Morocco has a strong history in taekwondo, and Dehhaoui's achievement adds to the nation's medal tally.
This silver medal is a significant accomplishment for Dehhaoui and the Moroccan delegation, setting a positive tone for the rest of the competition.
