Eteri Liparteliani made it took on former world champion Jessica Klimkait within the remaining to carry residence the gold medal.
Judo stars from around the globe arrived in Georgia’s capital Tbilisi for its version eagerly awaited Judo Grand Slam.
The enduring occasion was held on the Olympic Sports activities Palace.
At -48kg Hyekyeong Lee of Korea overcame France’s Laura Espadinha when an outstanding, low Ura-nage scored ippon to take the title.
IJF Schooling & Teaching Director, Mohammed Meridja was available to award the medals.
At -60kg Nurkanat Serikbayev took on Yam Wolczak within the remaining. A sacrifice method proved to be the deciding issue for Serikbayev as he scored waza-ari near the tip of the match and held on for victory.
He was awarded his medal by Shengeli Pitskhelauri, Georgia State Safety Service Deputy Head.
“So that is the primary competitors in Tbilisi for me. And it was profitable. I’m very completely happy about this. I like the town. It’s very good and pleasant,” stated Serikbayev.
At -52kg Ariane Toro Soler confronted Ana Viktorija Puljiz.
It took till golden rating, however Toro Soler mustered up the power to supply an enormous Uchi-mata and take the gold medal.
She was awarded her medal by Juan Carlos Barcos, IJF Co-ordinator for Worldwide Refereeing Seminars.
“I prefer it right here as a result of I acquired the gold, but it surely’s an excellent metropolis, and it’s lovely to remain right here. It’s actually good that the individuals love Judo, as a result of it’s lovely to see that they love this sport,” stated Toro Soler.
Ivan Chernykh shocked everybody within the -66kg class, taking the gold in what was his first outing on the IJF World Judo Tour.
The medals had been awarded by Massimiliano D’Antuono, Ambassador for Italy in Georgia.
Then got here the second all Georgian followers had been ready for.
At -57kg residence favorite Eteri Liparteliani made it to the ultimate the place she would face off in opposition to former world champion Jessica Klimkait from Canad.
To the group’s delight, Liparteliani scored early within the combat and battled valiantly till the timer ran down.
She was awarded the gold medal by Irakli Medzmariashvili, Member of Parliament of Georgia.
Two extra days of Judo nonetheless left to go.
