Judo stars from around the world arrived in Tbilisi, the capital of Georgia, for their long-awaited edition of the Judo Grand Slam.
The iconic event took place at the Olympic Sports Palace.
Con -48 kg, Hyekyeong Lee, from Korea beat the French Laura Espadinha when with a manginifco and under ura-nage he scored ippon to take the title.
The Director of Education and Training of the International Judo Federation (IJF), Mohammed Meridjawas present to present the medals.
At -60kg, Corners Serikbayev faced Yam Wolczak in the end. A sacrifice technique proved to be the deciding factor for Serikbayev, as he scored waza-ari near the end of the match and held on for the victory.
Shengeli Pitskhelaurideputy director of the Georgia State Security Service, presented him with his medal.
“This is the first competition in Tbilisi for me. And it was a success. I am very happy about this. I like the city. “He is very nice and friendly,” Serikbayev said.
At -52kg, Ariane Toro Soler faced Ana Viktorija Puljiz.
The golden score had to be achieved, but Toro Soler gathered his strength to produce a huge uchi-mata and take the gold medal.
He received his medal from Juan Carlos BarcosCoordinator of the IJF International Arbitration Seminars.
“I like it here because I got gold, but it’s also a good city and it’s beautiful to stay here. It is very good that people love Judo, because it is nice to see that they love this sport,” said Toro Soler.
Ivan Chernykh He surprised everyone in the -66kg category, taking gold in what was his first outing on the Federation’s World Judo Tour.
The medals were awarded by Massimiliano D’AntuonoItalian ambassador to Georgia.
Then came the moment that all Georgian fans were waiting for.
The local favorite of -57 kg, Lipartelian ethers, reached the final, where she would face the former world champion Jessica Klimkait of Canada.
To the delight of the crowd, Liparteliani scored early in the fight and fought valiantly until the timer ran out.
Irakli Medzmariashvilia member of the Parliament of Georgia, awarded him the gold medal.
2024-03-24 01:24:06
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