Judo: Upper Austria Grand Prix Wraps Up in Style
Welcome back to beautiful Upper Austria — a region known for its stunning landscapes and rich culture. But today, it’s the world-class judo taking center stage in Linz for the heavyweights!
At -90kg, Giorgi JABNIASHVILI had been in fantastic form all day, the highlight being this thrilling ippon during the quarter-finals. He took home the gold medal with Georgian fans cheering him on.
Ambassador designate of Georgia in Austria His Excellency Alexander MAISURADZE awarded the medals.
In the women’s -78kg category, Yuliia KURCHENKO delivered an outstanding performance, throwing Emma REID for ippon in a decisive and impressive finish. With that victory, Kurchenko claimed her first-ever Grand Prix gold medal — a huge milestone in her judo career.
Judo Upper Austria President Mr Manfred REISINGER awarded the medals.
In the -100kg, Ivan Felipe SILVA MORALES took the top spot on the podium - a fifth Grand Prix gold for the Cuban after a tactical victory.
Awarding the medals was IJF Head Referee Director Mr Armen BAGDASAROV.
In the women’s +78kg final, Celia CANCAN secured her first-ever Grand Prix gold medal in an all-French showdown. Cancan’s strategic approach made all the difference.
On hand to award the medals was Upper Austria Minister of Economy & Sports Mr Markus ACHLEITNER.
In the +100kg, Guram TUSHISHVILI faced Lukas KRPALEK. A clash of two judo titans! In an epic encounter, it was the Georgian who claimed victory. A clever dropping technique, scored a match winning yuko! Another medal for his impressive collection.
IJF Head Sport Director Mr Vladimir BARTA awarded the medals.
Throughout the day, the Austrian fans were treated to a spectacular showcase of world-class judo, with plenty of thrilling ippon moments that brought the crowd to their feet.
Upper Austria has once again proven to be an excellent host.