Porec "Millennium Team" Cadet European Cup 2026 - Porec, Croatia
Author: Mario Krvavac On the opening day of the ‘Millennium Team’ Cadet European Cup in Poreč, Ukraine secured top place in the overall medal table with three gold, two silver and three bronze medals. Israel followed with two gold, two silver and three bronzes, while Italy currently sit in third…
28 February 2026On 28 February in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, running parallel to the OTP Group Tashkent Grand Slam, the International Judo Federation and the Judo Federation of the Republic of Moldova signed the hosting agreement for the 2027 Cadet World Championships, which will take place in Chișinău, the capital of Moldova. The International…
28 February 2026Tashkent Grand Slam 2026 - Tashkent, Uzbekistan
The second day of the OTP Group Tashkent Grand Slam 2026 delivered eight medals for Europe, two of them golden moments courtesy of Azerbaijan and Germany. Japan continues to lead the medal table convincingly, well ahead of the rest of the delegations, with three gold, three silver and four bronze…
28 February 2026Triglav Insurance Kortrijk Get Together Tournament 2026 - Kortrijk, Belgium
The official outlines for the opening stop of the Triglav Insurance Get Together Tour have now been published, as the tour prepares to take off in Kortrijk, Belgium, from 11–12 April 2026. This first gathering of the year promises an inspiring and inclusive weekend, bringing together judoka, coaches and families…
27 February 2026Tashkent Grand Slam 2026 - Tashkent, Uzbekistan
The opening day of the OTP Group Tashkent Grand Slam 2026 did not deliver Europe’s strongest overall performance. Nevertheless, there was a golden moment to celebrate as Ahmad Yusifov (AZE) triumphed in the -60kg category. Azerbaijan also added a silver medal and currently sits in second place in the overall…
27 February 2026Móstoles Junior European Cup 2026 - Móstoles, Spain
Author: Royal Spanish Judo Federation The European Junior Cup will take place from 28 February to 1 March in the city of Móstoles, bringing together around 500 young athletes from 23 countries for one of the most important junior judo events on the international calendar. Traditionally, hosted in Málaga in…
27 February 2026European Judo Championships Apeldoorn 2027
The road to the European Judo Championships 2027 officially began in spectacular fashion in Apeldoorn, as the European Judo Union, the Dutch Judo Federation, the local organising committee and representatives of the Province of Gelderland gathered for a press conference at the magnificent royal stables of Palace Het Loo. The…
26 February 2026British Judo invites coaches and practitioners to attend the 4th Combat Sport Workshop at the home of British Judo, hosted at the University of Wolverhampton, Walsall Campus. The exclusive session, focused on strength and conditioning in combat sport, will take place on Sunday, 14 March 2026, from 9:30am to 4:00pm.…
26 February 2026Kids Camp in Belgium
From 13–15 March 2026, Lommel becomes a meeting point for Europe’s rising judo talent as the Ilse Heylen Judo Academy, in collaboration with the European Judo Union, welcomes athletes to Sportpark De Soeverein for an intensive three-day training camp. With more than 1000m² of tatami space, five high-quality training sessions…
24 February 2026The Ne-waza discipline is rapidly gaining popularity across the judo world. What began as a supplementary discipline in veteran competitions has naturally evolved into a structured competitive format for cadets, juniors and seniors, driven by immense interest from the judo community. Following this trend, the Estonian Judo Federation successfully organised…
24 February 2026Porec "Millennium Team" Cadet European Cup 2026 - Porec, Croatia
Author: Mario Krvavac Poreč is welcoming the European cadet judo elite again this year. More than 750 competitors from 30 countries will compete for medals at the Poreč ‘Millennium Team’ Cadet European Cup 2026, which will be held on February 28th and March 1st in the Poreč Žatika Hall. So…
24 February 2026Kata: A Form of Art
During the weekend of 21–22 February, the Estonian Judo Federation marked a significant milestone for the sport in the region by organising its first-ever official kata seminar. This landmark event provided the local judo community with a valuable opportunity to explore the core values of kata within both educational and…
23 February 2026European Judo Championships Seniors Tbilisi 2026 Individuals - Tbilisi, Georgia
The Championships are about to ignite. Feel the tension. Hear the roar. Experience Europe’s very best from the front row as world-class judo unfolds before your eyes between 16-19 April. The European Judo Union, in partnership with Zebra Athletics, proudly launches the ‘Win a Trip for Two’ campaign, your chance…
23 February 2026Riga Veteran European Cup 2026 - Riga, Latvia
Author: National Judo Federation of Latvia Riga hosted the opening stop of the Veterans European Tour 2026, welcoming judoka from 16 nations. Although the number of entries was not at its highest, the competition was characterised not only by strong technical performances but also by a remarkably friendly and united…
21 February 2026EJU Kids Camp 2026 - Tbilisi, Georgia
From 16–19 April, while Europe’s best battle for continental glory in Tbilisi, the next generation will have their own unforgettable stage. The Kids Camp Tbilisi, running alongside the Senior European Championships, offers young judoka the rare chance to train with champions, take part in engaging workshops and then sit in…
20 February 2026In 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…
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Tashkent Grand Slam 2026 
Porec "Millennium Team" Cadet European Cup 2026