Anna Bachler secured the silver medal in the under-63 kilogram division at the Judo Ne-Waza European Championships in Riga, delivering a breakthrough podium finish for LZ Multikraft Wels in the under-21 category.
Silver Medal Performance in Riga
Competing against top continental talent in the ground-fighting discipline, Bachler worked through a demanding bracket on the mat in Latvia. Her run to the final culminated in a hard-fought silver medal, marking a significant milestone for the Austrian club’s youth program.
The Impact for LZ Multikraft Wels
The achievement highlights the ongoing development work within LZ Multikraft Wels. Ne-Waza—the grappling and groundwork facet of judo—requires distinct technical mastery and tactical patience, traits that Bachler demonstrated across her matches in Riga.

Club officials and coaches noted that the continental runner-up finish validates the rigorous training regimen implemented at the Wels-based center, setting a high benchmark for upcoming junior competitors on the international calendar.