The domestic event finished last week at the Olympic Stadium in capital city Phnom Penh and Bunsong wants to help promote the sport with further competitions.

"I am happy with the organising of the tournament," said Bunsong, as reported by Khmer Times.

"Almost everything went according to the plan.

"It was a big success for everyone who took part and contributed to the effort.

"We have progressed a lot with the help of our local and foreign friends.

"But we need to do more for ju-jitsu to become more popular in Cambodia, especially among the younger generation."

"Organising a series of big and small events will go a long way in helping us.

"It will bring in more sponsors and resources, at the same time, attract more people to the sport."

The National Championships were held from January 27 to 29 and drew 28 athletes from seven clubs around the country.

The JJFC has been working to further develop and promote the sport with ju-jitsu listed among the 38 disciplines for the 2023 Southeast Asian Games.

"Ju-jitsu is a sport where Cambodia has a high potential of winning medals on the international stage," said Sean Sopheak, secretary-general of JJFC, as reported by Khmer Times.

Jessa Khan has emerged as one of the sport's best athletes in the world.

The Cambodian won gold at the 2018 Asian Games and the 2019 Southeast Asian Games in the Philippines.