In judo, the black belt is often seen as an end point. A summit reached after years of sweat, sacrifice and stubborn belief. Yet in our Belt of Life series, we are discovering something quieter and far more powerful. The belt is not a finish line. It is a thread.…
19 February 2026Riga Veteran European Cup 2026 - Riga, Latvia
The veterans’ season will begin this weekend, with Latvia hosting the opening event of the Veterans Tour. Although the number of entries is not the highest, the level of international participation is impressive, with 16 nations represented: Azerbaijan, Belgium, Czechia, Estonia, France, Georgia, Italy, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Poland, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia,…
19 February 2026European Judo Championships Seniors Tbilisi 2026 Individuals - Tbilisi, Georgia
The countdown continues. With 57 days remaining, anticipation is building for one of the most prestigious events on the continental calendar, the Senior European Judo Championships, set to take place from 16 to 19 April at the impressive Tbilisi Sports Palace. After a 17-year absence, the Championships return to the…
18 February 2026Ljubljana European Open 2026 - Ljubljana, Slovenia
Walk into the Dervarič household any evening after 7pm and you might hear the unmistakable sound of bodies hitting mats. Not upstairs in the living room, downstairs in the basement, where the family tatami lives. Why? Because when judo runs this deep in your blood, training doesn’t stop when official…
16 February 2026Ljubljana European Open 2026 - Ljubljana, Slovenia
Author: Žiga Košec There are days in judo when dominance tells the story and then there are days like this. The second and final day of the Ljubljana European Open 2026 delivered a powerful reminder of the sport’s global heartbeat: seven categories, seven champions, seven different national anthems. Not once…
15 February 2026Samorin "Millennium Team" Cadet European Cup 2026 - Samorin, Slovakia
Author: Samuel Háger The second stop of the Millennium Team Cadet European Tour concluded in style after an action-packed weekend in Šamorín, where Europe’s rising stars once again proved that the future of judo is in very safe hands. Across two days of relentless contests, young judoka showcased not only…
15 February 2026Ljubljana European Open 2026 - Ljubljana, Slovenia
Another weekend of exceptional judo skills were on display, this time at the European Judo Open Ljubljana. A total of 24 nations secured at least one medal, underlining once again the remarkable depth and quality delivered throughout the competition. The medals were shared between European countries and overseas visitors alike,…
15 February 2026Pordenone EJU Kata Tournament 2026 - Pordenone, Italy
Author: Sara Spillare An intense day of competition of the 42nd edition of the Trofeo Villanova took place on 14 February, a historic event dedicated to judo kata and hosted at the PalaFlora in Pordenone. Organised by Polisportiva Villanova, under the patronage of the Municipality of Pordenone and the Friuli…
15 February 2026Ljubljana European Open 2026 - Ljubljana, Slovenia
Author: Žiga Košec Valentine’s Day in Ljubljana was always destined to carry emotion but inside the Stožice Arena, the feeling was about far more than romance. It was about pride, passion and performing for the people who know you best. On the opening day of the Ljubljana European Open 2026,…
14 February 2026The opening day of the European Judo Open Ljubljana 2026 was always going to be special. The Stožice Arena was full, the atmosphere electric, the home crowd ready to celebrate world-class judo. Yet, no one quite anticipated that the most powerful moment would come before a single final had even…
14 February 2026Ljubljana European Open 2026 - Ljubljana, Slovenia
The Stožice Arena, in the heart of Ljubljana, already has countless memories etched into its walls and the opening day of the European Judo Open Ljubljana 2026 added several more to that story. From the very first finals, it was clear that this edition would be fiercely competitive. The overall…
14 February 2026Ljubljana European Open 2026 - Ljubljana, Slovenia
Author: Žiga Košec The countdown is almost over. With the start of the Ljubljana European Open 2026 fast approaching, anticipation is building day by day in Slovenia’s capital. Stožice will once again host world-class international judo and the tension ahead of the competition is rising, among both the organisers and…
13 February 2026Pordenone EJU Kata Tournament 2026 - Pordenone, Italy
The Pordenone Kata Tournament 2026 is streaming live from Italy, showcasing technical precision and traditional judo excellence. Europe’s leading kata specialists, alongside top competitors from overseas, compete across individual and team categories, demonstrating the discipline, grace and mastery that define kata competition. Live stream access: https://ejulive.net.
13 February 2026The National Judo Federation of Montenegro held its regular General Assembly in Podgorica, delivering a unanimous mandate to Jovica Rečević to continue leading Montenegrin judo for the next four years. All 43 delegates attended the session and voted unanimously in favour of the proposal that the current president continue guiding…
12 February 2026Pordenone EJU Kata Tournament 2026 - Pordenone, Italy
Author: Polisportiva Villanova Pordenone is preparing to host the 42nd edition of the Villanova Trophy, a historic event dedicated to judo kata, scheduled between 13-15 February at the PalaFlora in Pordenone. The competition will welcome athletes, coaches and officials from across Europe and overseas. The event is organised by Polisportiva…
12 February 2026Ljubljana European Open 2026 - Ljubljana, Slovenia
Author: Žiga Košec Only a few days remain before it all begins. Ljubljana has entered the week in which it will host one of the largest judo competitions in Slovenia’s history, the Ljubljana European Open, set to take place for the first time in the country’s largest arena, Stožice. While…
10 February 2026Samorin "Millennium Team" Cadet European Cup 2026 - Samorin, Slovakia
Author: Slovak Judo Federation A new week brings new challenges as the ‘Millennium Team’ Cadet European Judo Tour moves on to Šamorín, Slovakia, on 14–15 February. With 670 athletes from 22 countries entered, the stage is set for another exciting edition of the Cadet European Cup, where Europe’s rising stars…
9 February 2026Paris Grand Slam 2026 - Paris, France
Presented in front of a packed Accor Arena during the Paris Grand Slam, the IJF Judo Awards once again brought the global judo family together for a moment of reflection and celebration. Following a 2025 season filled with intensity, growth and unforgettable milestones, the ceremony recognised those who not only…
8 February 2026
Riga Veteran European Cup 2026 
EJU Kids Camp 2026