Simone Alessio

Simone Alessio achieved a significant milestone in 2019, winning his first World Championship gold medal at the World Taekwondo Championships in Manchester in the men’s -74kg lightweight category. This historic victory marked Italy’s first-ever gold in a Taekwondo World Championship and immediately established him as a formidable presence on the international stage. This triumph followed an impressive early career that included securing a European Junior Championships Gold Medal in 2017, underscoring his rapid ascent and innate talent in the sport. His exceptional and consistent performance, leveraging his height for powerful kicking techniques, subsequently led to his qualification for the 2020 Summer Olympics in 2021.

Maintaining his dominant international standing, Alessio went on to claim another World Championship title in 2023 at Baku, further showcasing his exceptional talent and adaptability. This time, he triumphed in the men’s 80kg welterweight division, underscoring his ability to excel across different weight classes. His continued high-level performance against the world’s best culminated in his most recent major achievement: an Olympic Bronze Medal at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris in the fiercely contested men’s 80kg event. This medal further cements his position among the undisputed elite in the global sport of Taekwondo.

Throughout his distinguished career, Simone Alessio has consistently represented the G.S. Fiamme Rosse club, benefiting from the expert guidance of acclaimed coaches Francesco Laface and Claudio Nolano. His dedication to training and strategic approach to competition have been instrumental in his numerous successes. A key athlete for Italy in Taekwondo, Alessio continues his rigorous training and competitive schedule, aiming for future successes and further contributions to the sport on the international stage, with an unwavering commitment to excellence.