The World Martial Arts Video

The Russian city of Saratov is home to one woman you do not want to quarrel with - Svetlana Prikazchukova is not only a police officer but also a Karate World Champion. The Russian city of Saratov is home to one woman you do not want to quarrel with. Svetlana Prikazchukova is not only a police officer but a Karate World Champion. You might not believe it to look at her, but no one would want to get on the wrong side of Svetlana Prikazchukova, because when she is not working for the police she is probably working over an opponent. Svetlana Prikazchukova, policewoman, five-time World Karate Champion (speaking Russian): “I can’t imagine my life without karate. If I had a chance to start my life again I would do it all the same way.” Story Svetlana is a 14-time Russian, and 5-time World Karate Champion, and the proud holder of the Russian Martial Arts Association’s Golden belt, awarded to only the best. Svetlana’s exploits are very famous in her home city of Saratov. She even has...

The Russian team claim 10 victories out of 11 different martial arts bouts in the Battle of Champions tournament. Russia continues to prove itself as a martial arts powerhouse after a near clean sweep at last weekend's Battle of Champions tournament in Moscow. Aleksandr Gerunov, three-time world karate champion (speaking Russian): “I did what I planned to do - neutralized his legs and didn't let him kick me in the head. Although he managed to hit me with some body shots, well, let's give him some credit, he's a very experienced fighter.” Sergey Kharitonov, mixed martial arts star (speaking Russian): “I'm glad to see that a lot of home-grown talent has emerged in Russia over the last four years. Both in wrestling and stand-up fighting disciplines they are developing very fast. And martial arts are gaining more and more popularity with the Russian people.” Story The proud name of the annual event, which was held in Moscow for the sixth time, is fully just...