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Six-Year-Old Udupi Skateboarder Wins Karnataka State Championship

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Udupi's six-year-old Salman Sharik Sheik won the Under-8 street category at Karnataka's skateboarding championship and qualified for nationals.

By News National Editorial Team

Six-year-old Salman Sharik Sheik from Udupi has won first place in the Under-8 street category at the 2026 Karnataka State Skateboarding Championship in Bengaluru, earning selection for the national-level competition scheduled for December.

Salman secured the top position at the state championship held in Bengaluru, according to a report by Daijiworld published on November 8. His achievement has brought attention to the growing interest in skateboarding among young athletes from Karnataka.

Despite travelling from Thailand to participate in the competition, Salman performed strongly and secured the title in his age category. He is now expected to represent Karnataka at the national championship scheduled to take place in Chintamani in December 2026.

According to his family, Salman is currently studying in Thailand and regularly trains at skateparks there. He began developing an interest in skateboarding at the age of four and has already participated in competitions in Pattaya.

His parents, Sharik Hussain and Saniha Sheik, have supported his training and encouraged him to develop his skills. The family said his early practice involved learning basic balance, recovering after falls and gradually attempting more advanced movements.

The Under-8 street category tests young competitors' ability to perform skateboarding manoeuvres in a street-style setting. Success at the state level provides an opportunity to compete against athletes from other parts of the country.

Salman's qualification is a positive development for Karnataka's youth sporting community. It also highlights the role of family support, regular training and access to suitable facilities in helping children pursue sports.

His next challenge will be the national championship in December, where he will compete against other young skateboarders.

The result is a reminder that sporting talent can emerge from smaller cities and towns, and that participation in less traditional sports can open new opportunities for young athletes.

Sources

- Daijiworld, 8 November 2026: Udupi six-year-old qualifies for national skateboarding championship

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