Salisbury Muay Thai Coach Wins European Middleweight Title

Charlie Guest of Impact MMA in Salisbury claims European Muay Thai championship.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 12:16pm

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Charlie Guest, the Muay Thai coach at Impact MMA in Salisbury, Maryland, has been crowned the WBC Muay Thai European Middleweight champion after a recent competition.

Why it matters

Winning a prestigious European title is a major accomplishment for a small-town coach, putting Salisbury and Impact MMA on the map in the world of Muay Thai competition.

The details

Guest, the head Muay Thai coach at Impact MMA in Salisbury, defeated his opponent to claim the WBC Muay Thai European Middleweight championship title. This victory marks a significant achievement for Guest and the local Salisbury gym he represents.

  • The championship fight took place on April 3, 2026.

The players

Charlie Guest

The Muay Thai coach at Impact MMA in Salisbury, Maryland who won the WBC Muay Thai European Middleweight championship title.

Impact MMA

A martial arts gym located in Salisbury, Maryland that Charlie Guest coaches Muay Thai for.

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What they’re saying

“Winning the European title is a dream come true. I'm proud to represent Salisbury and Impact MMA on the international stage.”

— Charlie Guest, Muay Thai Coach

What’s next

Guest will now look to defend his European Middleweight title in future competitions.

The takeaway

This victory for a small-town coach demonstrates the global reach and prestige of Muay Thai competition, putting Salisbury on the map as a hub for the martial art.