Media Coverage & Appearances
About Iran International Tv
Iran International TV is one of the most prominent Persian-language news channels, headquartered in the UK. Known for its in-depth coverage of global and Iranian current affairs, it regularly invites experts from various fields. Hamed Konarivand has been featured multiple times as a Taekwondo expert, providing insightful analysis on international Taekwondo championships.
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Featured TV Interviews on Iran International
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In this video, Hamed Konarivand provides expert analysis on the 2022 Taekwondo World Championships, highlighting the controversy surrounding an Iranian athlete’s refusal to compete against an Israeli opponent. He discusses the intersection of politics and international sports, the impact on Iranian Taekwondo’s global reputation, and how such decisions affect athletes’ careers and national representation.
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Iranian Taekwondo Team’s Success at Paris Olympics – Hamed Konarivand Analysis
In this video, Hamed Konarivand discusses the Iranian Taekwondo team’s remarkable performance at the Paris Olympics, with a special focus on heavyweight gold medalist Arian Salimi. Drawing from his experience in the same category, Hamed provides in-depth insights into Salimi’s matches and emphasizes the significance of this victory for Iranian Taekwondo on the international stage.
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Iranian Women’s Victory at the 2022 Asian Taekwondo Championship – Hamed Konarivand Commentary
Hamed Konarivand analyzes the Iranian women’s Taekwondo team’s first-place finish at the 2022 Asian Taekwondo Championship in South Korea. He also comments on the men’s team, acknowledging their progress despite limited experience. Hamed highlights recent federation changes, including the appointment of Hadi Saie, and expresses optimism for future improvements.
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Iranian Athletes at the 2021 European Taekwondo Championship – Talent Drain Concerns
In this interview, Hamed Konarivand sheds light on the significant number of Iranian athletes competing under different flags or as refugees at the 2021 European Taekwondo Championship. While praising their continued pursuit of dreams, he raises concerns about Iran’s inability to retain top talent, emphasizing the long-term impact on Iranian sports development.
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Kimiya Alizade’s Medal and Paris Olympic Quota – European Championship 2024
Hamed Konarivand discusses Kimiya Alizade’s success at the 2024 European Taekwondo Championship, where she won a medal and secured a Paris Olympic quota representing Bulgaria. He praises the Bulgarian federation’s strategic approach in supporting Kimiya and predicts positive results for her at the upcoming Paris Olympics.
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Mehran Barkhordari’s Silver Medal at Paris Olympics – Iranian Taekwondo’s Potential
In this video, Hamed Konarivand reviews Mehran Barkhordari’s silver medal win at the Paris Olympics, marking the first men’s Taekwondo medal for Iran since 2012. He emphasizes Iran’s vast Taekwondo potential, citing over one million practitioners and a strong premier league, and advocates for better planning to achieve consistent global success.
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Iranian Taekwondo Team’s Performance at Tokyo 2021 Olympics – Key Insights
Hamed Konarivand provides a critical analysis of the Iranian Taekwondo team’s underwhelming results at the Tokyo 2021 Olympics. He focuses on the highly anticipated match between Nahid Kiyani and Kimiya Alizade, highlighting the wider implications of the team’s struggles and what it means for the future of Iranian Taekwondo.
Highlighted Newspaper Interviews
Title:
Hamed Konarivand: “If the Right Opportunity Arises, I Will Gladly Share My Experience with the Young Generation”
Date:
May 9, 2022
Source:
Borna News Agency
Link:
Read the full article on Borna News
Summary:
In this interview with Borna News Agency, Hamed Konarivand shares his journey from growing up in a sports-oriented family in Ilam, Iran, to becoming a Taekwondo champion and respected coach. He discusses founding Koryo Taekwondo Club, now the largest Taekwondo chain in Switzerland, and developing Taekfundo, an innovative Taekwondo-based educational program for young children, which has been adopted in Switzerland, France, and other countries. Hamed also talks about his entrepreneurial venture Safranée, a premium saffron brand that exports high-quality Persian saffron to Europe. Despite his success abroad, he expresses a strong connection to Iran and a willingness to contribute to the development of Iranian Taekwondo if the right conditions are met.
Title:
Taekfundo: An Innovative Method for Teaching Taekwondo to Children
Date:
June 7, 2022
Source:
KurdPress News Agency
Link:
Read the full article on KurdPress
Summary:
In an interview with KurdPress, Hamed Konarivand, a former heavyweight Taekwondo champion from Ilam, Iran, introduces Taekfundo, an innovative program designed to teach Taekwondo to children through fun and engaging methods. Officially registered in Switzerland in 2019, Taekfundo incorporates playful activities and games to teach foundational Taekwondo techniques while promoting values such as respect, discipline, and self-care. Unlike traditional competitive frameworks, this method focuses on the holistic well-being of children by avoiding the pressure and stress of competition. The program has been widely welcomed in Europe, particularly in Switzerland and France, and is offered as a franchise to various countries. Konarivand emphasizes that Taekfundo aims to enhance the mental and physical health of children, ensuring long-term happiness and well-being.