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After heartbreak in Paris, two-time Olympic judo champion Lukáš Krpálek is fighting for a fifth Olympic appearance at age 35. The Czech legend has already made history by winning Olympic, World, and European titles in two different weight classes.
The Upper Austria Grand Prix brought elite judo back to Linz, where five champions from Japan, France, and Azerbaijan claimed gold medals in front of an enthusiastic crowd. The tournament showcased spectacular techniques and fierce competition at the beautiful TipsArena.
Spectators at the 2025 Summer Deaflympics in Tokyo wore neck devices that let them feel every judo throw through vibrations captured in real time. The technology created such an immersive experience that even hearing fans called it wonderful.
Five-time Olympic medalist Clarisse Agbégnénou announced she'll retire after competing for a fourth gold medal at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The French judo champion says she's already at peace with her legendary career, no matter what happens next.
Athletes from around the world delivered stunning performances at the 2026 Tbilisi Grand Slam, with one Turkish champion clinching victory in the final seconds while Georgian fans erupted for their hometown heroes. The electric atmosphere showcased judo at its finest, with world champions and newcomers alike finding their moment on the mat.
Brazil's Paralympic judo team claimed two gold medals on home soil as the new Paralympic cycle toward Los Angeles 2028 kicked off in São Paulo. Champions old and new competed for the first ranking points, with inspiring performances across seven weight categories. #
A roaring home crowd watched Mongolian judoka Ankhzaya Lavjargal claim gold at the Ulaanbaatar Grand Slam, marking a triumphant moment for the host nation. The tournament kicked off the LA Olympic qualification cycle with world champions and rising stars competing on the tatami.
Two Tajik judokas claimed gold medals in front of a roaring home crowd at the Dushanbe Grand Slam, delivering moments of national pride. The arena packed to capacity as fans witnessed their athletes shine on the world stage.
Home favorite Shukurjon Aminova defeated Japan's world champion and claimed Uzbekistan's first gold medal at the 2026 Tashkent Grand Slam, sending the packed arena into celebration. Day one delivered stunning performances across five weight categories as the world's best judokas competed.
Young athletes from around the world delivered stunning performances at the Tbilisi Grand Slam, with an 18-year-old Israeli judoka claiming his first major title. The electric atmosphere at Tbilisi Arena showcased judo's growing global appeal and Georgia's passion for the sport.
Italian judo champion Fabio Basile says welcoming his son surpassed even his Olympic victory. After spinal surgery nearly ended his career, he's fighting back with a new source of strength.
Michaela Polleres thrilled her home crowd in Linz by clinching gold in a nail-biting overtime victory at the Upper Austria Grand Prix. Four champions emerged victorious on day two of the international judo tournament that's bringing world-class athletes to Austria.
The world's top judoka gathered in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, where champions claimed their first qualification points toward the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Five thrilling finals showcased the sport's rising stars and seasoned veterans competing at the highest level.
Yael Arad, who broke barriers as Israel's first Olympic medalist in 1992, received the prestigious Chaim Herzog Prize for her decades of service to her country. The award came full circle: the same president who sent her to Barcelona three decades ago had his son present her the honor.
Israeli judo bronze medalist Peter Paltchik is auctioning the uniform he wore at the 2024 Paris Olympics to fund PTSD treatment for ZAKA volunteers who respond to traumatic scenes. The minimum bid is $50,000, and the winner gets a personal thank-you call from the athlete.
Two-time Olympic medalist Peter Paltchik says his lowest moment wasn't losing a match, but fighting back from surgery that nearly ended his judo career. Ahead of his first Jerusalem Marathon, the retired Israeli athlete shares how mental strength and family support turned disappointment into Olympic bronze.
Former Olympic bronze medalist Marti Malloy traded the competition mat for a marketing role organizing the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Now she's using lessons from the world's toughest sport to help create the Games she once competed in.
At the 2024 Deaflympics in Tokyo, engineers reimagined how sports feel for deaf fans using animated text, vibrating devices, and AI-powered displays. The innovations are transforming accessibility far beyond the arena.
Olympic medalist and UFC legend Ronda Rousey is ending her decade-long retirement to challenge how fighters get paid. She's not just stepping back into the ring—she's building a new path as a promoter who wants to give athletes their power back.
Chhonzin Angmo lost her eyesight at 8 years old, but in May 2025, she became the world's first visually impaired woman to reach the summit of Mount Everest. Her journey from a child facing blindness to standing atop the world's highest peak proves that determination can light the path when vision cannot.
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