This is why they call him The “GEM” from the USA

I attended the 2023 Kim Un Yong Cup held in Taekwondo-won (Muju, South Korea)
This was one of the highlight finals matches for the men's junior sparring divisions.
Ethan trains at Apex Tigers Martial Arts Taekwondo aka Team ATMA in Florham Park, NJ.

[@damiangallardo3230]

Korean fighters look at him like: "hey u fuyin traitor" 😆😆

[@PerfectImperfection1]

😂😂😂 He’s still Korean by blood. 💪🏼

[@naggy-waggy-]

NAHHHH WHY HE SO GOOD

[@KylePowers]

I think 1:39 red put sensors in gloves. That or a big technically error could be the only explanation. But love the video with the SFX and commentary. Very funny and great taekwondo

[@PerfectImperfection1]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ren1691]

How tall is the blue one and the red one?

[@uraveragechrissy3085]

may i ask what KG this is? he's a prodigy

[@PerfectImperfection1]

I don't know about being a prodigy, but there are other athletes that are as tall if, not taller than him, in his division.

[@replistix7481]

45

[@Lolo-un6cl]

bros winnig by height

[@PerfectImperfection1]

You can cut weight, but you can’t cut height? 😂

[@Pikashortstories]

@@PerfectImperfection1 The athlete is obviously good, but his height really helps him.

[@PerfectImperfection1]

@@Pikashortstories For sure he had a height advantage. Everyone was surprised at the difference given they were in the same weight class. However, I've also seen shorter fighters come through on top as well. 🤙