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JudoInside·2d ago
Penelope Bonna: from European champion to guiding France’s next generation
French judo has always thrived on continuity, former champions passing knowledge and values to the next generation. Few embody that tradition better than Pénélope Bonna, the former European champion who has successfully transitioned from…
by Hans van Essen
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JudoInside·3d ago
Ronda Rousey Uses Her Judo to Beat Gina Carrano in 17 Seconds: What's Next?
World-famous judoka Ronda Rousey made a successful return to the world of MMA on May 16th as she finished Gina Carrano via submission in just 17 seconds to win in the main event of the first-ever MMA card on Netflix. The clash at the…
JudoInside.com
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JudoInside·3d ago
Can anybody beat Haruka Kaju?
Haruka Kaju (JPN) is a remarkable player in many respects. She came out of nowhere and won the 2024 Tokyo Grand Slam, defeating top Japanese teammates in the semifinal and final. She then went on to win the 2025 Paris Grand Slam, the 2025…
by Oon Yeoh of American Judo System and JudoInside
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JudoInside·4d ago
Julia Figueroa: a pioneer for Spanish women’s judo says goodbye
After almost twenty years on the international circuit, Julia Figueroa has announced the end of a remarkable career. The Spanish judoka leaves the sport not only as a world medallist and Grand Slam winner, but also as one of the athletes…
by Hans van Essen
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JudoInside·4d ago
Muna Dahouk’s Journey Back Home
For years, Muna Dahouk was one of the most recognisable faces of the International Judo Federation Refugee Team. Yet her story was always about far more than sport. Every competition, every training session and every appearance on the…
IJF Media team by Nicolas Messner and JudoInside
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JudoInside·4d ago
Tasoev Wins 11th Grand Slam Gold in Astana as the Road to Los Angeles Comes Into Focus
The double world champion controlled every phase of his day in Kazakhstan, beating Ushangi Kokauri in the final to extend a record that is increasingly difficult to challenge — and with Olympic qualification opening in Ulaanbaatar on June…
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JudoInside·4d ago
Margaux Pinot: a world champion who leaves her mark on French judo
French judo says goodbye to one of its most recognisable figures as Margaux Pinot has officially announced her retirement from the sport. At 32 years old, Pinot leaves behind a career filled with major titles, unforgettable battles and a…
by Hans van Essen
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JudoInside·1w ago
Preview European Open in Benidorm this weekend
The European Open in Benidorm returns this weekend with one of the strongest editions seen on the Iberian Peninsula in recent years. Spread between Benidorm and neighbouring La Nucía, the tournament has become an increasingly important…
by EJU team and JudoInside
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JudoInside·1w ago
Krisztian Toth: from tatami leader to president of Hungarian judo
Hungarian judo has entered a new era with the election of Krisztian Tóth as President of the Hungarian Judo Federation. Chosen during a highly anticipated general assembly at the Hungarian House of Sport in Budapest in May 2026, the…
by Hans van Essen
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JudoInside·1w ago
Krisztián Tóth elected new President of Hungarian Judo Federation
Olympic medallist Krisztián Tóth has been elected as the new President of the Hungarian Judo Federation, following a highly anticipated general assembly held on Sunday at the Hungarian House of Sport in Budapest. The assembly drew…
JudoInside.com
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JudoInside·1w ago
Elis Startseva shows her potential in Astana
In the women’s heavyweight final Kamila Berlikash gave the host nation hope of a gold medal, but Elis Startseva (RUS) was unwilling to concede. In fact she worked fast and with well-drilled technique to make space to armlock Berlikash in…
IJF Media team by Jo Crowley
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JudoInside·1w ago
Serbian teen Boris Rutovic wins first Grand Slam
Serbian teen sensation Boris Rutovic exceeded all expectations in Astana. En route to the final he took out Latisev (MDA) and De Wit (NED), not afraid to throw, to engage or to lead. He has an exciting style and was ready to use it to the…
IJF Media team by Jo Crowley
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JudoInside·2w ago
Clemence Eme claims gold in Astana
Facing the German Olympic medallist for gold was Clemence Eme (FRA), fresh from her bronze medal winning performance in Dushanbe just last week. Miriam Butkereit arrived in Kazakhstan in pole position and throughout the day she made sure…
IJF Media team by Jo Crowley
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JudoInside·2w ago
Danil Lavrentyev takes gold this time
Meeting Basile in the final was Danil Lavrentyev (RUS), a judoka who had given a solid account of himself. He arrived in a seeding position and confirmed his ability. The contest began with kumi-kata at the centre of the debate. They had…
IJF Media team by Jo Crowley
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JudoInside·2w ago
Yang Yung Wei: the ‘Prince Charming’ aiming to reign again
Few athletes in the -60kg division combine elegance and explosiveness quite like Yang Yung Wei. Known as the “Prince Charming of judo”, the Chinese Taipei star arrives at the Grand Slam Qazaqstan Barysy in Astana as the top seed, carrying…
by Hans van Essen
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JudoInside·2w ago
European Champion Joanne van Lieshout finding balance beyond the tatami
When Joanne van Lieshout stepped onto the top of the European podium in Tbilisi in 2026, it felt like both a breakthrough and a confirmation. Already crowned world champion in 2024, the Dutch judoka has steadily built one of the most…
by Hans van Essen
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JudoInside·2w ago
Astana set for crucial Grand Slam as Olympic race approaches
No sooner has the World Judo Tour left Dushanbe than attention turns to the next major stop on the circuit. From 8 to 10 May, the Qazaqstan Barysy Grand Slam in Astana will bring the international judo elite together once again, with the…
IJF Media team by Nicolas Messner and JudoInside
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JudoInside·2w ago
Canadian Olympian Arthur Margelidon retires
After 16 years of competing internationally for Canada, two-time Olympian Arthur Margelidon has decided to retire from judo. The final tournament of his career was the Senior Pan-American Championships in early April, where he finished…
by Judo Canada
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JudoInside·2w ago
Who can threaten Hifumi Abe
For many years now, Hifumi Abe has been top dog in the -66kg division. For a while, his main challenger was not an international player but a domestic rival, Joshiro Maruyama, who has since retired from competition. So, who's left to…
by Oon Yeoh of JudoCrazy
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JudoInside·2w ago
Where to Play Live Dealer Games with Crypto Payments
Crypto payments have changed the way players interact with online casinos. Faster transactions, stronger privacy, and fewer banking headaches make crypto a natural fit for the live dealer experience. But not every site handles this…
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JudoInside·2w ago
happy faces on U78kg podium in Dushanbe
The lighter of the two women’s categories on the third and final day of the 2026 Dushanbe Grand Slam was the U78 kg category. From the beginning of the day it seemed written in advance that Yelyzaveta Lytvynenko would be the winner. Of…
IJF Media team by Jo Crowley
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