Police case! K-1 legend arrested for 'threatening behavior and insults'

Badr Hari made history in K-1. Photo: Instagram / Badr Hari

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The list of combat sports stars with legal problems has gained a new name. Kickboxer Badr Hari, 41, was arrested on Tuesday morning (2), in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

According to information from the newspaper De Telegraaf, the police reported that the K-1 legend was detained after an incident that occurred around 9 am. The athlete is suspected of 'threatening behavior and insults'.

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The arrest occurred months after Hari was sentenced to community service, in addition to receiving a no-contact order and a location restriction. The measures were imposed as a result of an assault case against his ex-partner, which occurred in 2025.

History of Badr Hari

With a record of 106 wins, 92 by knockout, and 17 losses, former kickboxer Badr Hari made history as one of the greatest winners in the sport. The Moroccan-Dutch athlete made combat sports history by winning the K-1 heavyweight world title in 2007 and the 'It's Showtime' belt in 2009.

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