World Taekwondo Tour 2009 Mexico
In the men’s −80 kg final match, Cook came from behind to defeat the American Steven López with a knockout victory. In the second round of the final match, he sent López, the five-time world champion and two-time Olympic medalist, to the floor with a headshot. After winning £17,880 Cook said "To beat the world champion makes it the greatest win in my career so far. It is amazing to take gold."
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