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Clarisse in Africa: Sewing Seeds of Hope, Harvesting Excellence
9+ mon, 5+ day ago (276+ words) Organised by the IJF, with support from Olympic Solidarity and logistical assistance from the African Judo Union and the Angolan Judo Federation, the seminar enabled young cadets, who had taken part in the African Championships, to learn new techniques as…...
Tsunoda Natsumi: The Art of Tomoe-nage
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (265+ words) With clarity and confidence, she sums up how she wishes to be remembered, "Natsumi Tsunoda equals tomoe-nage." Few judoka have ever embodied a single technique so completely. An Olympic champion and three-time world champion, Tsunoda reached the pinnacle of her…...
JUDO SHOW: France and Japan United at Expo 2025 Osaka
7+ mon, 1+ week ago (289+ words) In total, 15 Olympic titles and 30 world titles were brought together in one place, an historic moment warmly greeted by the many spectators in attendance. Hosted by Fr'd'ric Lecanu, former French international and well-known voice of the sport, the JUDO SHOW…...
History - IJF. org - International Judo Federation
4+ mon, 3+ week ago (153+ words) We introduced the statistics, the almost impossible feat and the question in our first article in the series, which can be found here: A reminder of the question: So the question is, did they become Olympic champion because of that…...
Christa Deguchi: Without Regret
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (323+ words) In a heartfelt interview with Judo TV. com, Deguchi speaks with candour, sincerity and humility. She admits that, one day, the precise details of certain contests may fade, but one memory will remain forever alive: standing on the Olympic podium....
Beyond the Gold: The Private Mind of Teddy Riner Revealed
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (792+ words) But in a rare, candid conversation, a very different Teddy Riner emerges, one who challenges the clich's of elite sport and offers a far more compelling story for today's audiences. Behind the medals is a reflective, philosophical and unexpectedly vulnerable…...
Guinean Judo Shines at Nimba d'Or
7+ mon, 2+ week ago (375+ words) IJF Guinean Judo Shines at Nimba d'Or APSG President Amadou Tham Camara explained that the Nimba d'Or aims to celebrate sporting excellence over the past four years, highlighting the Guinean Judo Federation's remarkable achievements. "Mariana Esteves is the best female…...
Rules Confirmed Ahead of a New Season
3+ mon, 3+ week ago (266+ words) The new season of the World Judo Tour will get under way on 7th and 8th February in France with the traditional Paris Grand Slam. While this iconic event will mark the competitive start to the year, delegations across the globe have…...
Judo Pod Launches to Worldwide Success
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (152+ words) Episode 3: Teddy Riner (FRA) Episode 2: Barbara Matic (CRO) Fans can enjoy Judo Pod wherever they are. Episodes can be rewatched in full on You Tube or listened to on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and on the IJF's own platform, Judo TV,…...
Oceania Continental Championships to Return in 2026
7+ mon, 3+ week ago (226+ words) The most recent Oceania championships was held in Noumea, New Caledonia, in 2018, before the OJU connected with the Judo Union of Asia (JUA) to form the Asia-Oceania ontinental championships. This event was held in 2019 and 2021 and was instrumental in the…...