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Just one month after the autumn return to the mats, the 2026–2027 judo season is well underway for the Toulouse Balma arts martiaux (TBAM) club, with athletes posting early podium finishes across multiple tournaments, according to local media reports. Early Medal Successes at Chalon-sur-Saône and Rochefort Training resumed in early September across the club’s dojos … Read more
Italy hosted an ARChallenge European archery circuit event for the first time in history, welcoming over 100 athletes from six European nations to the Umbrian countryside, Caccia Passione reported. The competition ran across the weekend of October 3 to 4, 2026, following an opening ceremony held on Friday, October 2, inside the medieval cloister of … Read more
Kouta Takayama Brings Judo Philosophy to High School Coaching As reported, he observed that basic habits like punctuality and greeting others, which he practiced daily in sports, are essential in broader society. Now holding a teaching license, he oversees a judo club comprising 11 junior and senior high school students. Safety Protocols and Student Perspectives … Read more
Peruvian Foreign Minister Carlos Espá faces mounting criticism over administrative decisions, social media visibility, and diplomatic appointments at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, according to a report published by Diario Expreso. Diplomatic Reassignments and Appointment Scrutiny The management of Torre Tagle has drawn scrutiny over the reassignment of career ambassador and former foreign minister Elmer … Read more
Leo Ezequiel Vivas secured a bronze medal for Club Tiro y Gimsania in the under-21 recurve division at the Argentine Youth Archery Cup, finishing third in the opening qualification round before advancing through the elimination brackets at the Sociedad Rural venue in Villa María. Bronze Medal in the Under-21 Recurvo Category at Villa María Leo … Read more
The Argentine delegation secured 132 medals at the II Parasuramericanos in Valledupar, Colombia, anchored by strong performances from national para-archers including San Nicolás representative Eduardo Daniel Torresi. The Cámara de Diputados de la Nación formally recognized the squad’s accomplishments, highlighting a third-place finish in the South American standings behind Brazil and Colombia. Recognition From the … Read more
Judo gold medalist Natsumi Tsunoda has joined Meiji as the official ambassador for Meiji Love, a high-protein milk beverage, sharing her personal nutrition habits and daily wellness routines following her historic victory at the 2024 Paris Olympics, meiji.co.jp reported. From Olympic Mat to Nutritional Advocacy Born in Chiba Prefecture in 1992, Tsunoda began judo in … Read more
The 21st Provincial Games of Jiangsu will open on October 15 at the Lianyungang Sports Center, bringing together athletes from across the region with just three days left until the official ceremony, according to reports from local media outlets including Sohu. As the final countdown begins, venue preparations, stage rehearsals, and preliminary competitions are drawing … Read more
Tomás Ferrandiz swept the judo field at the Andes Talleres Open in Mendoza ahead of a heavy national and international double-header in November 2026. The San Juan judoka put on a dominant display to capture first place in his category, setting the stage for a critical stretch of closing-season competitions. Andes Talleres Open Victory Sets … Read more
The Mercado Medieval arrives in Guadalcacín from October 23 to 25 with artisan stalls, musical rounds, raptor flight exhibitions, and family entertainment, Portal de Cádiz reported. Operating hours span Friday evening through Sunday evening across the three-day weekend event. Market Schedule and Opening Hours The medieval market opens its doors on Friday, October 23, running … Read more