Yondonperenlei Baskhuu and Christa Deguchi both won a gold medal on the first day of the Grand Slam in Ulaanbaatar (Mongolia).
The Mongoliaa nation passionate about judo, organized its second event of the Grand Slamin the bustling capital ofUlaanbaatar. The Steppe Arena was filled with an enthusiastic crowd, ready to cheer on their national team. With the new generation of Mongolian judo fans in the crowd, it was time for their local heroes to shine.
At -48 kg, the Japanese Yoshioka Hikari won his first-ever gold medal in Grand Slam. Erdenet-Od Khishigbatmember of the Executive Committee of the International Judo Federation presented the medals.
Japan also won in other events, with Nagayama Ryuju winning his 10th title of the Grand Slam at -60 kg. Thanks to a combination of lifting uchi-mata and the fantastic te-waza, Nagayama Ryuju won the title and met some of his Mongolian fans. He received his medals from the hands ofAriun-Erdene BatbayarGovernor of the Province of It was.
In the -52 kg category, the Israeli Gefen Primo earned her first-ever victory over World and Olympic medalist Amandine Buchard… A wonderful moment of sportsmanship, followed by a celebration with his coach. She received her medals from Nasser Al-TaminiGeneral Treasurer of the International Judo Federation.
In the -66 kg category, a thunderous applause greeted the Mongolian judoka Yondonperenlei Baskhuu. In the final he faced the champion Obid Dzhebov and won a tactical victory. A celebration of Mongolian judo, which got the crowd up and all the fans in attendance lined up to meet the man of the day.
The medals were awarded by Battulga KhaltmaaPresident of theMongolian Judo Association.
“It’s amazing to have the crowd cheering me on, and I would especially like to thank the President of the Mongolian Judo Association, Mr. Battulga, because he encouraged me a lot” got excited Yondonperenlei Baskhuu.
In the -57 kg category, the reigning world champion Christa Deguchi made his first appearance since dominating the world championships, and looked unstoppable.
Jessica Klimkaither teammate and rival, met her in the final. Christa Deguchi showed once again why she has the red backpatch.
Armed with signs and images, many fans were waiting for her when she came off the mat… She received the gold medal from the hands of Michael TamuraSports Director of the International Judo Federation.
“I have been to this country many times, and even though Mongolia is not my hometown, I feel comfortable here. They encourage me a lot, and I hope I can give some dreams to the children here. When I go back tonight, I still want to dream about it, it was very nice” commented the champion after the match.
A day placed under the sign of success for the Mongolia, because the local team not only won a gold medal, but Mongolian judokas showed dynamic judo for their fans. Don’t miss the rest of the Ulaanbaatar Grand Slam this weekend, with more stars and exciting judo to come.
2023-06-23 16:26:50
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