Ava Soon Lee, the 18-year-old Haitian taekwondo sensation, captured her third gold medal on October 18, 2024, in the -67 kg category during the PANAM Series III in Cuba. This fiercely contested bout saw Lee defeat a skilled Mexican opponent, adding another victory to her growing list of achievements.
With three high-ranking gold medals under her belt, Lee is well on her way to qualifying for the Pan American Youth Games in Asuncion, Paraguay. Each competition, including the recent triumph in Cuba, not only strengthens her profile on the international stage but also boosts her ranking points needed for qualification. Ranked 25th in the world, Ava Lee is proving herself to be a trailblazer for Haiti in taekwondo, demonstrating incredible skill and determination as she competes against top-tier athletes.
Ava Lee latest gold medal comes as part of her journey to represent Haiti on the grand stage, further cementing her status as one of the nation’s brightest sporting talents. With two more competitions before the Youth Games, Lee’s ambition and excellence in taekwondo have made her a standout athlete, carrying her country’s hopes.
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