Tajikistan Claims Gold on Day One of Judo Grand Slam in Dushanbe
The world judo tour has returned to Tajikistan, with the arena once again becoming the center of attention, filled with fans from the very start of the day.
In the final of the women's 48 kg category, Mongolia's Anudari Jamsran faced off against Amber Gershes from the Netherlands, with the match decided by a single yuko in favor of the Mongolian athlete.
The awards were presented by Mohammed Meridja, the Director of Education and Coaching at the International Judo Federation.
In the men's 60 kg final, Ayub Bliev confidently defeated Artem Lesyuk, securing a gold medal with two waza-ari that combined into an ippon.
For the 28-year-old judoka, this marks his fourth gold at Grand Slam tournaments.
The medal was awarded by Dilbar Rahim Odilzoda, Deputy Mayor of Dushanbe.
In the women's 52 kg category, world champion 2024 Odette Juffrida navigated a tactical final to claim her sixth Grand Slam gold.
The award was presented by Tina Trstenjak, Director of the Judging Commission at the International Judo Federation.
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Nuraly Emomali took to the tatami in the men's 66 kg final, delivering the thrilling performance the home crowd had been waiting for.
A spectacular waza-ari early in the match was enough to ignite the crowd's excitement, as Emomali secured his second Grand Slam gold.
The awards were presented by Ismoil Mahmadzoir, President of the Judo Federation of Tajikistan.
In the women's 57 kg final, Olga Mukhina triumphed over Mongolia's Terbish with two yuko scores.
The gold medal was awarded by Kosei Inoue, Sports Director of the International Judo Federation.
The Tajikistan team showcased excellent judo, with 18-year-old Loik Kudbudinov earning a well-deserved bronze medal.
Tomorrow, representatives from the middle weight categories will take to the tatami!
The awards were presented by Ismoil Mahmadzoir, President of the Judo Federation of Tajikistan.
