13-09-2024
Four years ago, I started my bachelor's degree in Law at Tilburg University. The university has made it possible for me to pursue my top-level sports ambitions in combination with my studies. In these four years, in addition to almost completing my bachelor's degree, I have also achieved many sports achievements.
The university has a Wall of Fame to recognize and put in the spotlight its students who excel in both their studies and their sporting career. My dream has always been to have my name on this wall next to the tile of my current region coach Tommy Mollet who reached the Olympic Games and also studied at the same university. The past few years have been extremely challenging for me, and I have had to make many sacrifices in order to be able to combine these two careers.
What was initially a dream suddenly became reality. What initially seemed like a long road suddenly turned out to have been completed after taking small steps. I received the message that I had been nominated to be put on the Wall of Fame. As an athlete, you are always looking ahead to what is yet to come, but we hardly ever think about what we have achieved. After winning the nominations, I realized what great achievements I have achieved over the past four years. This is a great moment to take a moment to look back to it.
Continuously striving for the highest possible level and competing at a world level is an enormous challenge, which I have combined with a university education. The fact that the university recognizes this and has nominated me means a lot to me. It is not always easy to pursue your ambitions with sounds like 'top-level sport is an exaggerated hobby' and 'top-level sport has hardly any added value'. Top-level sport simply has a less favorable position in Dutch society and has minimal support. The fact that the university and more and more other institutions recognize and support the real added value of top-level sport is an important step to the right direction. With the Wall of Fame, the university is encouraging the student athletes. It shows that we are seen and appreciated. But more importantly, our hard work is seen and appreciated.
That is why I would like to thank the University enormously for this award!
This is one of my highlights that will stay with me for the rest of my life!!
Thank you all!
09-05-2025
Yesterday, through SportheldenOpSchool and gym teacher (and also taekwondo teacher) Hamza Koubia and gym teacher Wessel, I was able to provide three clinics at the OnzeWereld primary school in The Hague. This brought about taekwondo to around 60 pupils from group 6, group 7A and 7B. It was great to experience the enthusiasm of the children. In turn, they inspire me with their positive energy. Not only was it great to see the youth practicing your passionate sport, but you also contribute to the vision of a healthier lifestyle with sufficient exercise. My sincere wish is to keep them this positive energy and health that they showed me yesterday for as long as possible.
Thanks to SportheldenOpSchool and the representatives of the OnzeWereld primary school!
04-05-2025
After a long time away from the international stage, this past weekend I finally made my return to the mat. It felt almost surreal — yet completely familiar. The tension in the arena, the bright lights, the buzz of the crowd, and the voice over the speakers — everything fell right back into place.
After a successful weigh-in on Friday, I stepped into my first match on Saturday against Malaysia. It was a tight and intense fight that ended in a draw, but I managed to secure the win in the extra round. Up next was Hungary in the quarterfinals. We battled through two hard-fought rounds, but after another draw, I unfortunately came up just short.
Despite my long absence, I’m proud of the level I was able to show throughout the tournament. A medal wasn't in the cards this time, but I feel stronger than ever and can clearly see the progress in my performance. This experience has only fueled my hunger for more, and I'm heading into the next event with full energy and confidence!
20-04-2025
In the world of elite sports, timing is everything. Every second matters, every move has to hit the mark – and nothing is more important than having a body and mind in peak condition. That’s why I’m incredibly proud to announce my new partnership with Elvou, the rising lifestyle brand that’s changing the game when it comes to natural health and performance.
As an athlete, I know what it takes to compete at the highest level. Discipline, dedication, focus – but above all, a deep understanding of how your body works, and how to fuel it. That’s exactly where Elvou comes in. From the very first moment, I felt a connection with their mission: helping people perform and live better through honest, effective, and science-backed health products.
Elvou isn’t just about supplements – it’s a movement. A brand built on purity, transparency, and real results. No fluff, no fillers – just what your body actually needs.
Elvou was born in the Netherlands, out of frustration with the overload of artificial products and superficial health marketing. The founders – coming from backgrounds in sports, science, and nutrition – wanted to build something better. Something clean, honest, and powerful.
Today, Elvou is more than a brand. It’s a growing community of athletes, professionals, and conscious consumers who believe in real health and long-term performance.
This partnership is about more than just branding. It’s about aligning with a vision that mirrors my own. “What you put into your body determines how you perform – not just in training or competition, but in every part of life. Elvou gives me exactly what I need to unlock my full potential."
In the coming months, I'll be sharing valuable insights on training, recovery, and nutrition. Elvou will also launch exclusive products and routines focused on performance and wellbeing – made for all people who want to take things to the next level.
This collaboration is a step forward. It’s about setting a new standard in sport and wellness – one where performance and health go hand in hand. No more compromises. Just a lifestyle that supports longevity, energy, and excellence
With pure nutrition, that’s when you truly perform.
A proud taekwondo athlete with Olympic ambitions who represents the Netherlands at international tournaments. Besides the passion for sports, Aymen is also a Master student of International Law & Global Governance at Tilburg University.
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