European Judo Championships 2026: Elite Talent Descends on Tbilisi Tbilisi is preparing to become the epicenter of the judo world as the European Judo Championships 2026 kick off this Thursday. From April 16 to 19, the Olympic Sport Palace will host the continent’s premier athletes in a city where the “way of yielding” is regarded … Read more
Master Judoka Converge in Leinì for Second Stage of Trofeo Italia Master LEINÌ, Italy — The PalaMaggiore in Leinì became the center of Italian veteran judo on April 11, 2026, as it hosted the second stage of the Trofeo Italia Master. The event, characterized by a strong turnout of experienced athletes, showcased the enduring competitive … Read more
Naples Set to Host 2026 European U23 Judo Championships After Positive EJU Inspection The road to the European U23 Judo Championships has officially reached a critical milestone. On April 8, 2026, a delegation from the European Judo Union (EJU) conducted a site inspection in Naples, Italy, returning a positive verdict on the city’s readiness to … Read more
L’Aquila, Italy – In a proactive move to combat bullying and promote a culture of respect, the Istituto d’Istruzione Superiore “A. D’Aosta” in L’Aquila is currently hosting “Alleniamoci al Rispetto” (Let’s Train for Respect), an innovative program utilizing judo as a key educational tool. The initiative, launched earlier this week, is part of a broader … Read more
Roma, 22 marzo 2026 – The PalaMaggiore di Leinì in Piedmont played host to the first day of the A2 final of the Italian Cadets Championships, a competition reserved for male judokas born between 2009 and 2011. The event, which continues through tomorrow with the women’s categories, is a crucial stepping stone for young athletes … Read more
Seconda giornata al Rome International Judo Camp: the show goes on Rome, 4 January 2026. The Rome International Judo Camp continues with great enthusiasm, confirming important numbers and a climate of extraordinary participation on its second day of work, Saturday 4 January. One of the most significant aspects of this day was the variety of … Read more
Rome, 28 December 2025. Italian Judo knows no stops and while the cities dress up, hundreds of judokas from all over Europe have chosen to end 2025 on the tatami, dividing themselves between the snow-capped peaks of the Val di Susa and the sporting warmth of the Gulf of Naples. Two events, the Christmas Judo … Read more
Rome, 23 December 2025 – The journey continues Olympic Flame towards Milan, where the Milan-Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games will officially open next February. Today, Tuesday 23 December, the torch paraded and stopped at Napoliin its eighteenth stage, passing through the symbolic places of the city. Among the torchbearers also Giuseppe Maddaloniknown as Pino, federal … Read more
Rome, 14 December 2025 – The day of competitions which animated the PalaPellicone in Ostia for the Absolute Italian Judo Championships 2025. The event recorded a good participation, with 354 total accredited people – 237 athletes and 117 technicians – coming from all over the country to compete for the top titles. The event represented … Read more
American Judo Fans: Keep an Eye on These Rising Stars and Recent Championship Results While the roar of the Super Bowl or the crack of a baseball bat might dominate the American sports landscape, the world of international judo is consistently producing thrilling performances and emerging talent. For dedicated sports enthusiasts who appreciate the discipline, … Read more