Racism forced Sergei Aschwanden to judo

Racism forced Sergei Aschwanden to judo

Former Olympic judo medalist Sergei Aschwanden revealed on the Swiss television network SRF that racist abuse during his childhood directly shaped his athletic career, serving as a vital outlet for his frustration. Speaking as a competitor in the third season of the sports entertainment program Champion der Champions, the 50-year-old athlete discussed how racial hostility … Read more

Bronze Age Village Hosts Contemporary Dance and Archery Weekend at Montale Park

Bronze Age Village Hosts Contemporary Dance and Archery Weekend at Montale Park

The Terramara di Montale open-air archaeological park in Modena hosts a weekend combining contemporary dance with experimental archaeology on October 17 and 18. The program features site-specific dance performances inside the Bronze Age village reconstruction alongside archery demonstrations using flint, bronze, and bone points. Unesco Cultural Heritage Day Opens Weekend With Dance Saturday, October 17, … Read more

How Long Do Judo Tatamis Last? Lifespan, Wear, and Replacement Guide

How Long Do Judo Tatamis Last? Lifespan, Wear, and Replacement Guide

Judio tatamis can comfortably remain in service for more than ten years when they are properly chosen, maintained, and used according to sport equipment provider SquareFLOOR. However, facility managers and dojo directors must evaluate actual equipment wear—such as vinyl peeling, core foam compression, or sliding mats—rather than relying solely on the age of the material … Read more

King Philippe and Queen Mathilde Try Archery in Kazakhstan

King Philippe and Queen Mathilde Try Archery in Kazakhstan

King Philippe and Queen Mathilde experienced distinct levels of success during a traditional archery initiation in Almaty, where the Belgian monarch showed notable ease while his wife encountered early equipment hurdles, rtl.be reported on October 14, 2026. Traditional Archery Initiation at the Haragun Country Club The royal couple stepped away from official diplomatic duties on … Read more

Castiglione della Pescaia Hosts Tuscan 3D Archery Championship at Val delle Cannucce

Castiglione della Pescaia Hosts Tuscan 3D Archery Championship at Val delle Cannucce

Val delle Cannucce Hosts Tuscan 3D Archery Championship The event serves as both the official Tuscan Regional 3D Archery Championship and a qualifying tournament for the 2027 FIARC Italian Championship. Competition Details and Course Requirements Organized by the 09COVO – Gli Arcieri del Tiburzi club with backing from the municipal administration, the tournament puts participant … Read more

Paris Paralympic Champion Shi Yijie Wins First Judo Gold for China

Shi Yijie, a 2000-born Chinese Paralympic judoka, secured China’s first gold medal in Paralympic judo at the 2024 Paris Games. Competing in the women’s J1-57kg category, Shi defeated her opponent with a decisive “ippon” victory 1 minute and 48 seconds into the final match. Her performance in Paris marked the culmination of over a decade … Read more

Valdemorillo Hosts 2025/2026 Indoor Archery League Season Opener

Valdemorillo Hosts 2025/2026 Indoor Archery League Season Opener

The 2025/2026 indoor archery season in the Community of Madrid officially begins on October 24, 2026, as the Plaza de Toros de La Candelaria in Valdemorillo hosts the Trofeo Arqueros de Valdemorillo. The event serves as the opening stage of the regional indoor league, the Liga FMTA de Sala, drawing approximately 160 competitors ranging from … Read more

Móstoles hosts 20th sports gala honoring athletes

Móstoles hosts 20th sports gala honoring athletes

Móstoles celebrated its 20th Sports Gala at the Teatro del Bosque, honoring a diverse group of national figures and local athletes who have shaped the city’s athletic identity. The event highlighted the municipality’s commitment to physical activity as it holds the title of Ciudad Europea del Deporte 2026, according to the local government. Organized by … Read more

Saltillo hosts 2026 Archery World Cup Final with seven Mexicans

Saltillo hosts 2026 Archery World Cup Final with seven Mexicans

Saltillo Welcomes the 2026 Archery World Cup Final as Mexico’s Fifth Host City Saltillo is hosting the 2026 Archery World Cup Final from September 10 to September 13, bringing the international season’s top competitors to the capital of Coahuila, gob.mx reported. With this tournament, Mexico adds a fifth host city to its historic circuit list, … Read more