Jena, April 22, 2026. The Jena martial artist Helena Pagiatakis has successfully defended her German professional championship title in the WKU (World Kickboxing and Karate Union). After five rounds, she convinced the judges with a tactical masterclass.
- Who: Helena Pagiatakis (KickFit Academy Jena)
- Event: Title defense WKU German Professional Championship
- Opponent: Sarah Widmann
- Result: Victory by points (unanimous)
- Location/Date: Predators Fighting Championship on April 18, 2026
Tactics and Precision in the Ring
The fight against her challenger Sarah Widmann was characterized by an intensive and highly tactical confrontation. Pagiatakis acted with a high degree of discipline throughout the entire five rounds and consistently implemented her game plan. Her precise knee techniques in particular posed great problems for her opponent and convinced the judges, who ultimately awarded the victory to the Jena athlete unanimously.
With this latest success, the athlete from the KickFit Academy Jena seamlessly builds on her outstanding performances of the recent past. Last year, she had not only secured her first German professional title but also triumphed twice among the amateurs, bringing two world championship titles to the Saalestadt.
Background: Martial Arts in Jena
The “Lichtstadt” has developed into a fixed location for various martial arts in Thüringen in recent years. Clubs and academies such as the KickFit Academy not only promote competitive sports up to the professional level but also convey fundamental values such as discipline, body control, and endurance in recreational sports. Successes on national and international levels significantly strengthen the city’s sporting versatility beyond the flagship sports of football and basketball.
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Jena kickboxer remains German professional champion
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