Prior to each edition of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, the local organising committee (LOC) test a certain sum of their systems which they are planning on implementing at the event itself. This is a routine practice to limit operational risks and ensure that each event runs smoothly. These rehearsals…
31 August 2023There is something very special about how friendships are forged in judo. So strong that we call ourselves a judo family, but that doesn’t happen by chance. The International Judo Performance Centre in Valencia has, over the years, developed strong links and friendships through their heartened welcome and support,…
28 August 2023European Judo Championships Juniors The Hague 2023 - The Hague, Netherlands
The last time we saw judo in The Hague was in 2018 during the esteemed Grand Prix event, medals awarded to many in the national team including Sanne VAN DIJKE, Frank DE WIT, Michael KORREL, Roy MEYER and the late Ilona LUCASSEN. Over the course of the next week, we…
28 August 2023V N Gaia Senior European Cup 2023 - V N Gaia, Portugal
Author: Inês Ribeiro, Portuguese Judo Federation This edition of the Gaia Senior European Cup “Kiyoshi Kobayashi” 2023 is over and as always this weekend was filled with excellent contests! What an incredible weekend we had! Portugal was the country that achieved most medals in this competiton, a total of 8 medals…
27 August 2023World Championships Cadets Zagreb 2023 - Zagreb, Croatia
The final spots in the Cadet World Championship Mixed Team event were hard-earned by France and Azerbaijan, both semi finals going to a deciding match, and as we got underway, it felt as if we may see the same happen in the final, however it was essentially a slam dunk…
27 August 2023World Championships Cadets Zagreb 2023 - Zagreb, Croatia
As anticipated, the Mixed Team event in the Cadet World Championships here in Zagreb, brought about the greatest atmosphere and demonstrated the judo values in every way imaginable. Azerbaijan finished on top of the medal table in the individual competition and continued on their quest for yet more glory by…
27 August 2023V N Gaia Senior European Cup 2023 - V N Gaia, Portugal
Vila Nova de Gaia Senior European Cup – Kiyoshi Kobayashi Cup 2023 Author: Inês Ribeiro, Portuguese Judo Federation The first day of Vila Nova de Gaia Senior European Cup – Kiyoshi Kobayashi Cup 2023 is over and what a day it was. A day filled with excellent and exciting contests!…
27 August 2023World Championships Cadets Zagreb 2023 - Zagreb, Croatia
The final block on day four of the Cadet World Judo Championships in Zagreb, Croatia, was peppered with some of the leading athletes in the world, having competed throughout the day to defend their ranking and past achievements. For the likes of Tuana GULENAY (TUR/-70kg) and Nikita YUDANOV (UKR/-90kg), the…
26 August 2023World Championships Cadets Zagreb 2023 - Zagreb, Croatia
It has been a strong day for the current European champions; Nikita YUDANOV (UKR/-90kg), Ramazan AHMADOV (AZE/+90kg) and Tuana GULENAY (TUR/-70kg), however Leonie MINKADA-CAQUINEAU (FRA/+70kg) saw an early exit at the hands of LEE Hyeonji (KOR). The first of these champions to take a place in the semi final was Yudanov.…
26 August 2023World Championships Cadets Zagreb 2023 - Zagreb, Croatia
Maria SILVEIRA (POR) came in as the number one seed of the -57kg category today but was caught off guard in her quarter, forcing her to battle through her repechage contest in order to compete for bronze against YOLDOSHEVA Zhanar (MGL). Assuming a tough road ahead, Silveira surprised her opponent…
25 August 2023Already day three of the Cadet World Judo Championships is upon us in Zagreb, Croatia, and we have seen some excellent performances from the European athletes during the preliminary rounds, though it hasn’t been easy for the leaders of the category, only Lucio TAVOLETTA (ITA) seeing himself in to the…
25 August 2023World Championships Cadets Zagreb 2023 - Zagreb, Croatia
Day two of the Zagreb Cadet World Championships 2023 had few surprises given that three of the four weight categories saw the number one seed triumph through their half of the draw, but one, Tara BABULFATH (SWE) missed out in the -48kg and in the end, was forced to settle…
24 August 2023World Championships Cadets Zagreb 2023 - Zagreb, Croatia
Last year in the Cadet World Judo Championships in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Abil YUSUBOV (AZE) and Alyssia POULANGE (FRA) left disappointed with seventh place finishes, however, this year they have really stepped up their game and are on the hunt for golden glory as the number one seeds in…
24 August 2023V N Gaia Senior European Cup 2023 - V N Gaia, Portugal
This weekend, Portugal will debut a Senior European Cup event on the tour in the northern coastal city of Porto, specifically, Vila Nova de Gaia. The federation situated in the mediterranean has an abundance of experience with numerous European events, a place on the IJF World Tour and will be…
24 August 2023World Championships Cadets Zagreb 2023 - Zagreb, Croatia
It was a clean sweep for Europe in the -50kg weight category on day one of the Cadet World Judo Championships 2023, with the bronze medals being taken by Francesco CROCIANI (ITA) and Shota BACHOSHVILI (GEO). Now for the historic part. The final was an all-Azerbaijan face off with Mahammad…
23 August 2023World Championships Cadets Zagreb 2023 - Zagreb, Croatia
Same place. New faces. This week we can welcome back the spectators and those watching from home, to the Cadet World Championships 2023 in Zagreb. With some minor changes in the arena, there are some major changes to the competitors and the addition of two lighter weight categories. There will…
23 August 2023World Championships Cadets Zagreb 2023 - Zagreb, Croatia
Zagreb was just warming up in the past days with their annual Grand Prix, as this week they will be bringing the world together, accurately, with the Cadet World Judo Championships 2023. The President of the Croatian Judo Federation, Dr Sanda ČORAK is ready to welcome almost 600 competitors from 64…
22 August 2023EJU Bureau meeting in Zagreb
The EUROPEAN JUDO UNION used the two-day break between the Grand Prix and the Cadets World Championships in Zagreb for a Bureau meeting. President László TOTH, Senior Vice President Otto KNEITINGER, the Vice Presidents Hrvoje LINDI and Sergei ASCHWANDEN as well as Secretary General Martin POIGER and General Treasurer Envic…
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