Matthias Casse was surprised at the World Masters in Qatar. His first camp immediately became the final station in the top tournament. The number 1 in the category up to 81 kg flew out against the Swedish Robin Pacek (IJF-25).
More than a year ago, Matthias Casse finished on the highest scaffold at the Masters, now the defending champion was immediately knocked out.
In a long camp Casse was surprised by the number 25 of the world Robin Pacek. The Swede beat him in extra time by half a point. Around minute 3 Casse launched an attack, Pacek parried with a pitch and received a waza-ari.
With Sami Chouchi, a fellow countryman remains at the top tournament in Qatar. He also competes in the category up to 81 kg.
Yesterday Charline Van Snick just missed a bronze medal.