At this time marks the beginning of this extremely anticipated Judo Grand Slam amidst this nation’s wealthy historical past, a nation famend for its vibrant tradition and scenic magnificence.
Within the first ultimate of the day, the -48kg class, Turkey’s very personal Sila ERSIN got here up in opposition to the queen of the class, Natsumi TSUNODA of Japan who used each her trademark strikes – tomoe-nagi for waza-ari after which arm-locked to take the victory. Unbelievable transition proven from the Japanese World Champion in entrance of a passionate crowd.
Fatih UYSAL, Youth and Sports activities Ministry Deputy Common Supervisor, awarded the medals.
At -60kg Ayub BLIEV took on Luka MKHEIDZE in a bodily encounter that went to golden rating. It was BLIEV who managed to overpower his opponent to attain ippon and win the gold medal.
Mohammed MERIDJA, IJF Schooling & Teaching Director, awarded the medals.
The judo world’s most dominant feminine fighter made an look at -52kg… Uta Abe, unbeaten since 2019. Barely 10 seconds on the clock and it was throughout. Ippon to Abe and her profitable streak continues. Can anyone cease her on her run in direction of one other Olympic gold? Native followers had been determined to get their second with the legendary judoka.
IJF Vice President, Laszlo TOTH awarded the medals.
“It feels nice,” stated ABE Uta. “I can hear everybody’s voice and that at all times makes me somewhat bit stronger and that most likely led to me profitable right now”.
Hifumi ABE took the lead from his sister and likewise completed his -66kg ultimate in swift trend by throwing Nurali EMOMALI for Ippon. The 2 Japanese reign supreme.
Juan Carlos BARCOS, IJF Co-ordinator for Int Refereeing Seminars, awarded the medals.
“I’m very glad to see how in style judo is right here and all of those those who have come out to see it.” stated ABE Hifumi “I’m delighted to see folks rooting for me in fact, I’m simply very glad total”.
The -57kg ultimate was an all pan-american matchup. Canada’s Christa DEGUCHI took up the problem of Jessica LIMA from Brazil, and the Canadian ultimately used O-uchi-gari to take gold!
IJF Sport Director, Michael TAMURA awarded the medals.
The native Turkish crowd had been handled to some great moments from their group right now.
Be a part of us tomorrow for extra thrilling judo motion within the coronary heart of Turkey’s pure splendor.
