Algerian judo athlete Fethi Noorin. Photo: YouTube screenshot.
JNS.org – Algerian judoka Fetti Noorin, a 10 years you He announced his retirement on Monday to avoid facing an Israeli opponent to compete in the Tokyo Olympics.
Noor, 30, appealed the ban, which went into effect on July 23. He and his coach had 21 days to appeal the suspension imposed by the International Judo Federation.
“After my appeal was rejected, I decided to retire and the 10-year ban remained unchanged,” Naurin said. “I know that the international community has always collaborated with Zionist terrorism, especially the International Judo Federation, and the best proof is that the ban remains in place even after my appeal. “
” I have no regrets. On the contrary, I am proud of this ban and I will use every opportunity that presents itself to reveal the truth about the Zionist system and defend the Palestinian struggle in any way possible, ”added Judoka.
He left the Tokyo Olympics on the opening day of Noor knowing he could face Israeli judoka and Olympic bronze medalist Doher Football. His trainer Amar Beniglif received a 10-year suspension.
