Aleksandra Perišić

Born on July 2, 2002, in Belgrade, Serbia, Aleksandra Perišić began her taekwondo journey at the age of four, following in her elder sister’s footsteps. Her early dedication to the sport laid the foundation for a successful career. In 2019, Perišić faced a significant challenge when she tore knee ligaments, an injury that nearly ended her involvement in taekwondo. However, with the support of her coach, Petra Butala Kovačić, she underwent a demanding rehabilitation process, demonstrating exceptional commitment to her sport.

Perišić’s career progression accelerated after her return from injury. In May 2022, she earned a bronze medal in the women’s 67 kg event at the European Taekwondo Championships in Manchester. Later that year, she achieved a silver medal in the women’s welterweight category at the World Taekwondo Championships in Guadalajara, Mexico. Continuing her success, Perišić secured a gold medal at the 2023 European Games in Krakow in the women’s 67 kg event, defeating Cecilia Castro of Spain in the final. Her achievements led to her being named the Best Athlete in Belgrade for 2023 by the Sports Association of Belgrade, alongside wrestler Stevan Mićić.

In 2024, Perišić continued to add to her medal count, winning bronze at the European Taekwondo Championships in Belgrade. The pinnacle of her career to date came in August 2024 when she earned an Olympic silver medal in the women’s 67 kg event at the Paris Summer Olympics, after a final match against Viviana Márton of Hungary. Her remarkable journey, marked by perseverance and consistent performance, highlights her as a leading figure in Serbian taekwondo.