The Trofeo Italia Judo Basilicata concluded its final day at the Pala Ercole venue on October 25, 2026, featuring 353 athletes across the Under-21 divisions, according to official results published by Fijlkam. Following the Under-18 bouts held the previous day, competitors representing 137 clubs stepped onto the tatami to settle the final brackets of the weekend tournament.
Under-21 Champions Across Weight Classes
In the men’s categories, gold medals went to Ismael Mehabra at 55 kg, Natan Givanni at 60 kg, and Thomas Ghidoni at 66 kg. Ettore Balestri claimed the 73 kg title, Alex Faustin Ntipadem Nouni topped the 81 kg division, Andrea Mocerino won at 90 kg, Yuri Penone took the 100 kg crown, and Uta Endeladze finished first in the over-100 kg heavyweight class.
The women’s competition saw Alice Lieti secure victory at 44 kg, Chiara Cesana at 48 kg, and Giulia Bonzano at 52 kg. Martina Capezzuto captured the 57 kg gold, Giorgia Frosoni won at 63 kg, Clara Fagiano prevailed at 70 kg, Aurora Mengia took the 78 kg division, and Elisa Palermo finished atop the podium in the over-78 kg category.
Club Standings and Team Dominance
In the club standings, the Akiyama club claimed the men’s team trophy with 56 points, distancing itself from runner-up Kumiai SSD, which finished with 22 points. Judo Preneste rounded out the men’s podium in third place with 16 points.
Akiyama mirrored that success on the women’s side, securing the top spot with 46 points. CSJ Roma followed in second place with 20 points, while Ronin Monza placed third with 14 points, closing out the two-day national event in Basilicata.
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