"VAN" (Sports Desk - 10.07.2026) :: Cameroon's Joseph Bessala Awono from Cameroon has been named Athlete of the Month for June 2026 in recognition of his impressive performances on the international SAMBO stage, highlighted by his recent African Combat SAMBO title in the men's -79kg category. The award caps a remarkable 12 months for the rising star, whose journey has been defined by resilience and rapid progress. At The World Games Chengdu 2025, Bessala Awono made his debut among the world's elite, finishing fourth in both the Combat SAMBO -79kg event and the men's mixed team competition, narrowly missing out on a medal on both occasions.
On Fri, Jul 10, 2026