DOWNINGTOWN, PA — Thirteen-year-old Chester County martial artist Mannat Badh captured the 2026 USA Taekwondo National Championship in sparring after advancing through state and regional competitions, adding a national title to her competitive résumé.
Badh, a Red Belt at Lupo Taekwondo in Downingtown, won the national sparring championship in the girls’ Red Belt division for ages 12 to 14. She also earned a bronze medal in Traditional Poomsae while competing against 14 athletes from across the country.
Her national championship followed victories at the USA Taekwondo Pennsylvania and New Jersey state championships and the Eastern Regionals earlier this year…