Linz Grand Prix 2026 - Linz, Austria
Author: Wolfgang Eichler The 4th edition of the Upper Austria Judo Grand Prix was once again a great organisational success: packed spectator stands, a fantastic atmosphere, a likeable and approachable winner in gold medallist Michaela Polleres, not to mention positive feedback from the International Judo Federation and the 59 participating…
8 March 2026Linz Grand Prix 2026 - Linz, Austria
Author: Wolfgang Eichler Michaela Polleres (AUT/-70kg) secured gold on home soil at the Linz Grand Prix. The 28-year-old defeated junior world champion April Lynn Fohouo (SUI) in the final by ippon. The victory marks Polleres’ third Grand Prix title, following her wins in Tashkent and Cancun in 2018, and her…
7 March 2026Linz Grand Prix 2026 - Linz, Austria
Another 12 medals were added to Europe’s tally on the second day of the Upper Austria Grand Prix, including two golden moments, each with its own compelling story. Despite Europe’s strong showing, Japan remains at the top of the overall medal table with three gold, one silver and one bronze…
7 March 2026Linz Grand Prix 2026 - Linz, Austria
Author: Wolfgang Eichler For the first time on the IJF World Tour, a dedicated ‘Mind Dojo – Dojo for the Soul’ is being offered to athletes and coaches at the TipsArena in Linz. The pilot project was initiated by Austrian board member and IJF Mental Health Officer Veronika Jakl and…
6 March 2026Linz Grand Prix 2026 - Linz, Austria
Twelve medals were secured by European judoka on the opening day of the Upper Austria Grand Prix 2026, including two golden moments. A special mention goes to the Spanish team, who claimed half of Europe’s medal haul. Currently, Japan leads the overall medal table with three gold, one silver and…
6 March 2026Linz Grand Prix 2026 - Linz, Austria
Author: Wolfgang Eichler It came as no surprise that host nation Austria would not be represented in the final block on the first day of competition at the Upper Austria Judo Grand Prix in the Tips Arena. Nevertheless, Judo Austria head coach Yvonne Snir-Bönisch was not dissatisfied with the interim…
6 March 2026Linz Grand Prix 2026 - Linz, Austria
Author: Wolfgang Eichler The IJF Judo World Tour is coming to the Tips Arena in Linz for the fourth time. The Upper Austria Judo Grand Prix 2026 will take place from 6 to 8 March, with 502 judoka from 62 nations expected to attend. Host nation Austria has by far…
2 March 2026
Linz Grand Prix 2026