RESULTS

MUJU, SOUTH KOREA – Menlo Taekwondo proudly fielded three fighters this past weekend at the 2025 Muju Grand Prix in the hills of Muju, South Korea, showcasing their talent against some of the world's best. The Grand Prix brought together elite athletes from across the globe, including Olympic Medalists and top-ranked fighters, giving Menlo's team an opportunity to test themselves on one of taekwondo's biggest stages. 

Sarah Grabot was the first out of the three Menlo athletes to compete on the weekend, entering the women's +67kg division. Grabot faced Korea's Da Bing Song in the opening round and despite a strong effort, dropped the match in two rounds, concluding her run inside of the T1 Arena.
 
Kylie Lewis was the next Oak up to step foot in the ring at the women's -67kg division. Lewis Would end up drawing 2024 Olympic Bronze Medalist Kristina Teachout of Team USA in the first round. Lewis would put up a good fight but was defeated 0-2 to end her run in Muju. Teachout would go on to win the entire -67kg bracket.
 
Rounding out the weekend, Nicholas Carlo competed in the men's +80kg division. Carlo started his day out with a commanding 2-0 victory over Ibrahima Diallo of Guinea to advance to the next round of his weight. Carlo would draw the #3 seed Marat Mavlonov of Uzbekistan and despite a strong start to his day, Carlo dropped the bout in two rounds to end his chances of placing in the tournament.
 
"This was incredible exposure for our school and our athletes. Stepping onto that stage and being surrounded with the best in the world lit a fire in them and it proved what this program is possible of achieving. I know they're even more determined to prove they belong at the top and I have never been more excited for the future of this program," said Head Coach TJ Curry.
 
Menlo Taekwondo continues its mission to train world-class athletes and is proud of Sarah, Kylie, and Nicholas for representing the new program on the international stage.