Marko Luhamaa

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Marko Luhamaa

Marko Luhamaa (born 17 April 1975) is an Estonian karateka. [1]

He was born in Tartu. In 1998 he graduated from the University of Tartu's Institute of Physical Education. [1]

He began his karate career under the guidance of Jüri Posti. Earlier (1984–1993) he practiced modern pentathlon. He won 2006 World Karate Championships. He is multiple-times Estonian champion. 1995–2010 he was a member of Estonian national karate team. [1]

1996-1999 and 2000-2007 he was named as Best Karateka of Estonia. [1]

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References

  1. 1 2 3 4 "Marko_Luhamaa". esbl.ee. Retrieved 30 March 2022.