European Judo Championships Seniors Podgorica 2025 - Podgorica, Montenegro
The final block of day one at the European Judo Championships Podgorica 2025 made a strong impression, offering plenty to celebrate and remember. France had reason to cheer with two gold medal performances, while Kosovo and Georgia each enjoyed a glorious moment. -48kg category: Shirine Shines Again The -48kg category…
23 April 2025European Judo Championships Seniors Podgorica 2025 - Podgorica, Montenegro
Day one of the European Championships 2025 has not disappointed so far! As always, there were big surprises in the early rounds, seeing the exit of current European Champion, Vazha MARGVELASHVILI (GEO) and top seed of the -48kg category, Tara BABULFATH (SWE). However in the -60kg category, all went according…
23 April 2025European Judo Championships Seniors Podgorica 2025 - Podgorica, Montenegro
Author: Tatjana Flade Rising judo star Patricia Tomankova of Slovakia might not have reached all her goals at the European Judo Championships Senior in Podgorica, Montenegro, but she can leave with her head held high. At just 17 years of age, the two-time World Cadet Champion debuted at the senior-level…
23 April 2025European Judo Championships Seniors Podgorica 2025 - Podgorica, Montenegro
By the time German judoka Martin Setz stepped onto the tatami at the 2025 European Judo Championships, few outside his inner circle would have pegged him as a contender. A seasoned name on the IJF World Tour, Setz had flirted with podium finishes but never quite cracked through. This time,…
23 April 2025European Judo Championships Seniors Podgorica 2025 - Podgorica, Montenegro
Author: Tatjana Flade The day has come. History was made when the first judoka stepped on to the tatami in the Morača Sports Center on Wednesday 23 April at 10.30am for their contests as the European Championships Seniors opened in Podgorica. Montenegro is not only the first small state in…
23 April 2025European Judo Championships Seniors Podgorica 2025 - Podgorica, Montenegro
A spirited and historic press conference marked the official start of the Senior European Judo Championships 2025 in Podgorica, Montenegro. With the sun-soaked Montenegrin capital buzzing with excitement, members of the media gathered in force to share stories and meet the stars of European judo. The press conference featured an…
22 April 2025Double D Proudly Announce
Double D, a French company founded in 1994 by French judokas and Adidas’ worldwide licensee for judo, has renewed its commitment to France Judo for the next four years. This historic partnership, which represents five Olympic Games alongside the French National Team, once again confirms Adidas’ commitment as the official…
22 April 2025European Judo Championships Seniors Podgorica 2025 - Podgorica, Montenegro
Get ready for the excitement! The official draw for the European Judo Championships 2025 in Podgorica is happening soon and you can watch it LIVE online! Date: 22 April 2025Time: 16:00 CET Watch here: https://judotv.com/competitions/eju_sen2025/overview This year’s championships will feature: Find out who’s facing who and start predicting the paths to gold. Don’t miss this behind-the-scenes…
22 April 2025EJU Kids Camp 2025 - Budva, Montenegro
As in previous years, the EJU Fair Play Commission will also be present at the European Championships Seniors Podgorica 2025 and the Kids Camp in Budva on Saturday, 26 April. The purpose of the Kids Camp is not only to develop techniques and throws but also to introduce participants to…
21 April 2025European Judo Championships Seniors Podgorica 2025 - Podgorica, Montenegro
There is a deep history in this category, as well as plenty fresh blood to feast on in the 2025 European Championships in Podgorica, Montenegro. Starting with double Olympic Champion, Lukas KRPALEK (CZE) who also holds two world titles and three at European level. However he is stacked against a…
20 April 2025European Judo Championships Seniors Podgorica 2025 - Podgorica, Montenegro
A fifth title is in reach for the top seed in the +78kg category, Romane DICKO (FRA). After being on a gold medal-roll for almost a year, it was an emotional Olympic loss for Dicko who was forced to settle for a bronze medal finish, though she assisted her team…
20 April 2025European Judo Championships Seniors Podgorica 2025 - Podgorica, Montenegro
The -100kg category is led by the Olympic final titans; Zelym KOTSOIEV (AZE) and Ilia SULAMANIDZE (GEO). It was a fairytale for Kotsoiev who won back to back gold medals in the World Championships and Olympic Games, but the work hasn’t stopped there for the world ranked number one, and…
19 April 2025European Judo Championships Seniors Podgorica 2025 - Podgorica, Montenegro
The -78kg category has some huge characters, and leading the charge is none other that Olympic bronze medallist, Patricia SAMPAIO (POR). Still seeking her senior title, Sampaio has been on the podium at cadet, junior and U23, with the latter two resulting in gold. In 2023 she secured a bronze…
19 April 2025For over 55 years, she has dedicated her life to judo, as an athlete, coach and a role model. During the “Volunteer of the Year” gala on 15th April, Swedish judo icon Ann Löf, received the most prestigious award of all: Volunteer of the Year! To emphases its significance, there are…
19 April 2025The European Judo Union (EJU) has an important update regarding the Newaza Judo Event in Rijeka: the event will be POSTPONED to a later date, which will be announced very soon! While we are eager to welcome you all on the mat, this short delay gives us the opportunity to make the…
18 April 2025European Judo Championships Seniors Podgorica 2025 - Podgorica, Montenegro
It has been a while since we’ve seen the double Olympic Champion, Lasha BEKAURI (GEO) on the tatami, but many are excited to see the Georgian hero back in action. He will be leading the category this year, and though he already hold a European title, he is looking for…
18 April 2025European Judo Championships Seniors Podgorica 2025 - Podgorica, Montenegro
All in the -70kg category should be wary of one of the newest arrivals to the mix, OZBAS Szofi (HUN). After moving from the -63kg category where she became a World bronze medallist in 2023, and narrowly missed out on a European medal in the same year. Though she was…
18 April 2025European Judo Championships Seniors Podgorica 2025 - Podgorica, Montenegro
The 2025 European Judo Championships is set to unfold in Podgorica, Montenegro, from 23-27 April 2025. This prestigious event will gather elite judoka from across Europe, competing in both individual and mixed team categories. This championship marks a significant milestone as Montenegro celebrates 50 years of judo. Hosting such a high-caliber event…
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European Judo Championships Seniors Podgorica 2025