The Buenos Aires-based team competed on Saturday, Oct. 31, at the Pabellón África venue inside the Parque Olímpico de la Ciudad de Buenos Aires, also known as Parque Roca.
The Metropolitan Judo Federation organized the national championship, drawing approximately 600 athletes from various federations across the country. Dojo Neptuno entered a six-member team, and their competitors participated in multiple divisions, often entering double categories.
The delegation’s efforts resulted in a total medal haul of nine, consisting of six gold, two silver, and one bronze. The performances of the female athletes and those competing in the senior categories were particularly noteworthy for the club.
Juana Urbina delivered an exceptional performance, securing gold in the Cadete division and another gold in the senior Kius Graduados category. Uma Denk matched that success, also earning gold in both Cadete and senior divisions.
Ludmila Aruchari contributed two more medals to the team’s total, winning gold in Juniors and silver in the senior category.
The club’s male athletes and younger competitors maintained the high standard set by their teammates. Tomás Sosa claimed the top spot on the podium, winning gold in Cadetes. Bruno González secured a silver medal in the Infantiles division, and Juan Loto concluded the successful day with a bronze in Cadetes.
Dojo Neptuno’s next confirmed competition is the upcoming Buenos Aires Provincial Judo Championship.
- Where and when did the Metropolitan Judo Championship take place?
- The event was held on Oct. 31, 2026, at the Pabellón África in the Parque Olímpico de la Ciudad de Buenos Aires (Parque Roca).
- How many athletes competed in the championship?
- Approximately 600 athletes from various federations across the country participated in the tournament.
- What were the names of the athletes from Dojo Neptuno who won gold in two different categories?
- Juana Urbina and Uma Denk both won gold in both the Cadete and senior divisions.
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