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International Judo Federation·1d ago
Day One Has Set a High Bar
Seven categories searched for their champions on day one of the IBSA Judo Grand Prix Astana, held at the Zhaksylyk Ushkempirov Wrestling Palace. Paralympic and IBSA world medallists littered the draws throughout the day but not all results followed the hierarchy and several…
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International Judo Federation·1d ago
Astana Continues to Provide the Right Environment for Elite Judo
The Qazaqstan Barysy Grand Slam has not long come to an end but in Astana judo’s presence continues to be felt. The Zhaksylyk Ushkempirov Wrestling Palace remains in full focus as the IBSA Judo Grand Prix Astana gets underway. On day 1 there will be three women’s category’s and…
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International Judo Federation·1d ago
Arthur Margelidon (CAN) Retires
In April 2026 three-time Olympian Arthur Margelidon (CAN) competed at the Pan-American Championships in Panama. It was to be his last appearance as an elite athlete. Shortly after the event he announced his retirement. Arthur Margelidon (CAN) in action at the Paris Olympic…
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International Judo Federation·2d ago
Yeldos Smetov Delivers a Show in Astana
During the break between the preliminary rounds and the final block on the last day of the 2026 Qazaqstan Barysy Grand Slam, the Kazakhstan Judo Federation delivered a fun animation as a way of presenting their current Olympic champion to the enthusiastic spectators. The…
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International Judo Federation·3d ago
+100 kg: Tasoev’s Unequivocal Domination of the Heavyweights
The heavyweight men’s category was set to close the 2026 Qazaqstan Barysy Grand Slam with a bang! Current and double world champion Inal Tasoev (RUS) had led from the beginning of his day, never looking ready to accept a mistake or a loss. Final, Inal Tasoev (RUS) vs Ushangi…
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International Judo Federation·3d ago
As the Qazaqstan Barysy Grand Slam Comes to an End, Everyone Celebrates its Success
The last day of competition at the Qazaqstan Barysy Grand Slam was a success on every level. From medals for the Kazakh team to a celebration of Kazakhstan’s Olympic stars and event organisers, everything went perfectly. From the beginning of day one the welcome has been…
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International Judo Federation·3d ago
+78 kg: Startseva Wins in an Unpredictable Category
The women’s heavyweight category at the Qazaqstan Barysy Grand Slam was open and unpredictable. Many of the biggest names were missing but sometimes that kind of draw leaves space for new stars to be found. FInal, Kamila Berlikash (KAZ) vs Elis Startseva (RUS). In the final…
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International Judo Federation·3d ago
-100 kg: Baikamurov Raises the Host Nation Flag on the Last Day in Kazakhstan
Vadim Ghimbovschi (MDA) had an uphill climb on his hands in the -100 kg final at the Zhaksylyk Ushkempirov Martial Arts Palace in Astana. His opponent, Marat Baikamurov, was being driven hard by the crowd; they wanted another gold for Kazakhstan after Zhaglas Kairolla won their…
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International Judo Federation·3d ago
-78 kg: Olek and Boehm Continue the German Race
The -78 kg category has long included German representatives on its podia. World, Olympic and European medals have been won by Wagner, Boehm and Olek for several years and so it was no surprise to find Anna Monta Olek and Alina Boehm in a German derby for gold in Astana. Final,…
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International Judo Federation·3d ago
The Preliminaries in Astana - Day Three
The third and final day of competition in Kazakhstan’s capital has brought the heavyweights of global judo to the tatami of the Zhaksylyk Ushkempirov Martial Arts Palace in Astana, and it has been epic! This has been a morning of judo marked by massive throws and spotlit…
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International Judo Federation·3d ago
Mark Van Der Ham: Learning as a Team
The Netherlands’ head coach is Mark Van Der Ham, known for his work in high level judo for many years. In the past he could be found with the Belgian team, most notably Matthias Casse, before a brief move to Azerbaijan. In August last year he returned home to the Netherlands to…
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International Judo Federation·4d ago
Kazakhstan Delivers Atmosphere, Culture and Friendship
Day two has delivered in so many ways, from outstanding, powerful judo to full stands of cheering judo fans and an opening ceremony that celebrated judoka from around the world as well as the culture and traditions of Kazakhstan. The opening ceremony captured the essence of this…
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International Judo Federation·4d ago
-81 kg: Kazakhstan has a New Hero!
It has long been understood that the men’s -81 kg category is so dense internationally that at each event there could be a new line-up for the medals. In Kazakhstan this was proven to be the case yet again. All four top seeds fell early in the day making way for an unpredictable…
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International Judo Federation·4d ago
-70 kg: Clemence Eme is the Champion in Kazakhstan
Miriam Butkereit arrived in Kazakhstan in pole position and throughout the day she made sure everyone knew she intended to stay on top of things. She threw powerfully and gripped with confidence to ensure she would reach the final. Final, Miriam Butkereit (GER) vs Clemence Eme…
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International Judo Federation·4d ago
-73 kg: Lavrentev and Basile Deliver in Kazakhstan
The news that drew gasps in the -73 kg category was the outstanding performance of 2016 Olympic champion Fabio Basile (ITA). He has not been in a World Judo Tour final for several years but his form in Kazakhstan was not up for debate. Meeting Basile in the final was Dnail…
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International Judo Federation·4d ago
The Preliminaries in Astana - Day Two
We can only begin with one story! This is Fabio Basile’s day. Ten years ago he was Olympic champion but he has struggled more than most in the decade since. Changing categories, neck surgery, a host of injuries, the complexity of being the best one day and being back to normal…
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International Judo Federation·4d ago
Alpha Djalo: a Career Defined by Philosophy and Character
Alpha Oumar Djalo (FRA) is a judoka no-one wants to fight. Fearless, immensely strong and with the ability to catch anyone, he is a formidable opponent. But the results have not always been kind and for the last three years there was a drought. In 2023 he won bronze at the…
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International Judo Federation·1w ago
Julien Goes Around the World (39)
Julien is a travelling judoka on a unique mission: to explore the world through judo. For over four years, he has been crossing continents, visiting clubs, training with athletes of all levels and sharing his experience while documenting the development of judo worldwide. His…
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International Judo Federation·1w ago
Lytvynenko: Team Spirit and a Great Atmosphere Fuelling Performance
Yelyzaveta Lytvynenko (UAE) is now a familiar attendee on the World Judo Tour. Hers is a face we have come to expect in the final block, someone who can be relied upon to always do her best, to always deliver clean judo technique. She is a pleasure to watch. Yelyzaveta…
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International Judo Federation·1w ago
Giuffrida: “The Atmosphere in Dushanbe Gave Me Power”
At -52 kg, the athletes gathered in Dushanbe had a clear top seed, not just by ranking but by status and achievements. The 2024 world champion has been on the World Judo Tour for 13 years and has amassed 20 grand slam medals, 3 World Judo Masters medals, 5 senior European medals…
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