Cheick Sallah Cissé has been elevated to the rank of Commander of the Order of Lafayette, an honorary distinction that recognizes his exemplary career and commitment. A renowned Ivorian taekwondo athlete, he is an Olympic champion after winning gold at the 2016 Rio Games, giving Côte d’Ivoire its first-ever Olympic gold medal. He also won bronze at the 2024 Paris Games and became world taekwondo champion in 2023 in Baku. His achievements include multiple African and international titles, making him a major reference in Ivorian sports and a role model for the youth.
Born on September 19, 1993, in Bouaké, Côte d’Ivoire, Cheick Sallah Cissé quickly established himself as one of the best African taekwondo athletes of his generation. Beyond his sporting accomplishments, he is actively involved in promoting sports among young people and represents Côte d’Ivoire internationally, notably as a member of the Athletes’ Commission of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and World Taekwondo. His journey is an inspiration of perseverance, discipline, and excellence.
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