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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.
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.
WWE honors the legacy of Allen "Bad News Brown" Coage, a bronze medalist judoka who became one of wrestling's most memorable competitors. The 2026 Hall of Fame induction celebrates a trailblazer who excelled in two demanding sports.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.