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Turkey's football federation revealed that 371 of its 571 referees hold betting accounts, prompting the prosecutor's office to open an investigation into alleged match-fixing.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.eu

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Grand Finale in Guadalajara: Heavyweights Bring the Heat

Sport • 5:52 AM

3 min

The final day in Guadalajara delivered fireworks as judo heavyweights battled for glory. Christian Parlati, Kurena Ikeda, Zelym Kotsoiev, Raz Hershko and Ushangi Kokauri all struck gold, closing the Pan-American tour with style and power.<div class="small

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Mexican Passion Lights Up Day 2 in Guadalajara

Sport • 6:38 AM

3 min

Day 2 of the Guadalajara Grand Prix saw judo brilliance from world champion Haruka Kaju, Olympic champion Hidayat Heydarov, and Croatia’s Lara Cvjetko, with Vusal Galandarzade closing the day in style. The Mexican crowd’s energy made it an unforgettable d

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The Guadalajara Grand Prix 2025: Judo Returns to Mexico with a Thrilling Start

Sport • 7:08 AM

3 min

The Guadalajara Grand Prix 2025 kicked off with electrifying action as judo stars from across the globe battled for gold. Highlights included victories for Laborde, Aghayev, Pereira, Pashayev, and Buchard, marking a stunning opening day for the World Judo

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Qatar qualifies for 2026 FIFA World Cup after home win over the United Arab Emirates

Sport • 8:54 PM

1 min

UAE still have a chance to also make it to the finals in the fifth round of qualifiers.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.euronews.com/2025/10/15/qatar-qualifies-for-fifa-world-cup-final-after-home-win-over-the-u

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Titans Shine in Lima — Grand Prix Ends with a Powerful Finale

Sport • 5:02 AM

3 min

The final day in Lima saw the heavyweights close an unforgettable Grand Prix in style. Rafael Macedo, Metka Lobnik, Giovani Ferreira, Raz Hershko, and Lukas Krpalek all claimed gold, showcasing world-class judo and emotion. A fitting finale to Peru’s hist

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Experience Meets Youth: Day 2 Delivers Thrills in Lima

Sport • 5:23 AM

3 min

Day 2 in Lima saw a powerful mix of champions and rising stars. Jessica Klimkait claimed her first Grand Prix gold at –63 kg, Daniel Cargnin triumphed dramatically, Ida Eriksson completed her medal set, and Mihajlo Simin struck gold in his debut final.<di

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Historic Day in Lima as Latin Judo Shines Bright at the Grand Prix

Sport • 6:49 AM

3 min

The opening day of the first-ever Lima Judo Grand Prix brought unforgettable moments. Chile’s Mary Dee Vargas Ley claimed her nation’s first Grand Prix gold, while Brazil, France, and Israel also triumphed. Peru’s Brillith Gamarra made history with her co

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Ronaldo sets another record by becoming first billionaire footballer

Sport • 3:33 PM

2 min

After renewing his contract with the Saudi Arabian club Al-Nassr, the Portuguese player had his fortune valued at 1.2 billion euros.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.euronews.com/2025/10/08/ronaldo-sets-another-

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San Siro stadium set for demolition after sale to AC Milan and Inter approved

Sport • 11:37 AM

4 min

The iconic Italian football stadium is on track to be torn down and replaced by a new arena after Milan's city council approved its sale to the two clubs.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.euronews.com/2025/09/30

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Heavyweights Shine as Qingdao Grand Prix Concludes in Spectacular Style

Sport • 3:52 PM

4 min

The final day of the 2025 Qingdao Grand Prix saw Astemir Abazov, Audrey Tcheumeo, Niiaz Bilalov, Hyeonji Lee, and Gonchigsuren Batkhuyag claim gold in thrilling matches, thrilling fans and closing the event with unforgettable judo action at Conson Stadium

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Qingdao Grand Prix Day 2: Golden Moments in China

Sport • 4:05 PM

4 min

Day 2 in Qingdao saw thrilling victories: Deketer won her first Grand Prix gold, Tanaka claimed -73kg glory, Cvjetko confirmed her dominance at -70kg, and Hojo shone at -81kg. China celebrated bronze with Feng Yingying, lighting up Conson Stadium.<div cla

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Qingdao Grand Prix 2025: Day 1 Highlights

Sport • 4:34 PM

4 min

The World Judo Tour returned to China with thrilling finals. Zhuang Wenna claimed -48kg gold for China, while Japan dominated -60kg, -52kg, and -57kg categories. Veteran Yondonperenlei and Tamaoki Momo also took top honours.<div class="small-12 column tex

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PSG's Dembélé beats out Lamine Yamal in Ballon d'Or race as Barcelona's Aitana Bonmatí makes history

Sport • 4:55 AM

11 min

Ousmane Dembélé edges past Lamine Yamal to win the 2025 Ballon d’Or after a remarkable season which saw PSG win its first Champions League title. Spain’s Aitana Bonmatí joins an elite club of three – Platini and Messi – after securing her third consecutiv

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Seven golds lift Kazakhstan to the top at inaugural World Boxing Championships 2025

Sport • 11:57 AM

7 min

More than 500 boxers from 66 countries competed at the event which took place in the UK city Liverpool.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.euronews.com/2025/09/16/seven-golds-lift-kazakhstan-to-the-top-at-inaugura

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Spain's PM Sánchez calls for Israel to be banned from sports events over war in Gaza

Sport • 6:00 PM

8 min

Speaking to members of his Socialist Party, Sánchez said Israel, like Russia, should not be allowed to compete in international sports events because of its military campaign in Gaza.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https:

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Germany crowned EuroBasket champions, beating Turkey to win their first title since 1993

Sport • 3:35 AM

6 min

Rallying with captain Dennis Schröder, Germany scored the final six points after Turkey had led for most of the game.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.euronews.com/2025/09/15/germany-crowned-eurobasket-champions

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Final stage of Spanish Vuelta cycling race abandoned after disruption by pro-Palestine protesters

Sport • 7:10 PM

4 min

The last stage of Spain's Vuelta cycling race was called off just moments before it was due to end as pro-Palestine protesters flooded the roads of Madrid.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.euronews.com/2025/09/1

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Former boxing champion Ricky Hatton dies aged 46

Sport • 12:58 AM

2 min

The former light-welterweight and welterweight world champion was one of the most popular boxers in British history. News of Hatton’s death comes two months after he announced he would make a return to boxing in December.<div class="small-12 column text-c

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Dream draw for Kazakhstan’s Kairat, tough journey for Real Madrid

Sport • 10:36 AM

10 min

Kazakhstan's Kairat will face Real Madrid and Inter Milan in the 2025–26 Champions League, thrilling fans while Spanish media lament the long trip to Almaty.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.euronews.com/2025/09

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Liverpool FC breaks English transfer record with €145m signing of Alexander Isak

Sport • 7:12 AM

3 min

The transfer caps off an unprecedented spending summer for Premier League clubs, who have splashed out more than €3.5 billion.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.euronews.com/news/2025/09/02/liverpool-fc-breaks-en

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The three Scottish brothers who set a world record for fastest Pacific row — in 139 days

Sport • 7:50 AM

5 min

Jamie, Ewan, and Lachlan Maclean on Saturday completed the journey, arriving in Cairns, Australia, after rowing over 14,000 kilometres nonstop from Peru, becoming the first team to achieve the full crossing from South America to Australia.<div class="smal

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Champions League draw: PSG get tough opponents and Real Madrid head to Almaty

Sport • 6:30 PM

8 min

Real Madrid also got a challenging draw, including a trip far east to play Kairat Almaty of Kazakhstan, 6,420 kilometres from the Spanish capital.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.euronews.com/2025/08/28/champio

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Asian Paralympic leaders gather in Astana to map out future of parasport

Sport • 2:07 PM

6 min

The Asian Paralympic Committee met in Kazakhstan for the first time, setting new goals for parasport and honouring athletes at the Asian Awards 2025.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.euronews.com/2025/08/28/asia

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EU Commissioner slams plans to take European football games abroad

Sport • 2:19 PM

2 min

Playing regular-season European football games outside Europe would be a ‘betrayal’ of the sport’s identity and community roots, according to the EU Commissioner Glenn Micallef.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.

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Former FC Porto captain Jorge Costa dies aged 53 after heart attack in Portugal

Sport • 3:18 PM

3 min

Costa, who was FC Porto's director of football, reportedly suffered a cardiac arrest at the club's training ground in Portugal and died later in hospital.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.euronews.com/2025/08/05

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Ex-Arsenal footballer Thomas Partey granted conditional bail on rape charges

Sport • 2:08 PM

2 min

The 32-year-old Ghanaian international, who recently left Arsenal, has been charged with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.euronews.com/2025/08/05/ex-arsenal-f

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Real Madrid: Can Alonso carry on Ancelotti’s legacy?

Sport • 5:31 PM

1 min

After a disappointing season by their lofty standards, Xabi Alonso has been appointed as the new manager of Real Madrid.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.euronews.com/2025/07/31/real-madrid-can-alonso-carry-on-a

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German biathlete Laura Dahlmeier killed by falling rocks on mountain in Pakistan

Sport • 3:13 PM

5 min

Dahlmeier, an Olympic gold medallist, was ascending Laila Peak in the Karakoram mountain range when she was struck by falling rocks while climbing with a partner who survived.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.eu

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World Athletics announces new DNA testing rules for women athletes

Sport • 2:35 PM

2 min

From 1 September, only those athletes who have passed the SRY gene test will be allowed to participate in women's competitions organised by World Athletics.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.euronews.com/2025/07/

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England wins women's EURO 2025 on penalties despite Spain dominating

Sport • 7:23 PM

11 min

Spain and England finished 1-1 in the Women's EURO 2025 final, with England winning 2-1 on penalties. Spain dominated possession, but England's goalkeeper was exceptional.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.eurone

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Tour de France 2025: van Aert wins final stage, Pogačar takes fourth title in rain soaked finale

Sport • 6:52 PM

2 min

Having already won the sprint on the Champs-Élysées in 2021, the Belgian rider now has his second success on the most beautiful avenue in the world. Slovenian Tadej Pogačar, winner of the Tour de France, took fourth place in a final stage disrupted by rai

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Ulaanbaatar Grand Slam Ends with Heavyweight Glory and Home Triumphs

Sport • 4:33 PM

3 min

The final day in Ulaanbaatar delivered explosive judo. Okada, Sampaio, Savytskiy, Fontaine and Mongolia’s own Batkhuyag took gold. The arena roared as Mongolia celebrated its heroes. A powerful close to a thrilling Grand Slam weekend.<div class="small-12

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Judo Grand Slam: Mongolia Shines on Day 2 in Ulaanbaatar

Sport • 3:49 PM

3 min

Mongolia lit up Day 2 with two Grand Slam golds at home. Bold and Odgerel thrilled the crowd, while Japan’s Terada and Oino showed strength. A celebration of culture and judo in the heart of Ulaanbaatar!<div class="small-12 column text-center article__but

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IJF World Judo Tour: Rising Stars Shine in Mongolia

Sport • 4:41 PM

3 min

Day 1 of the Ulaanbaatar Grand Slam delivered spectacular action. Japan’s Kondo, Shirakane, and Fujihiro struck gold, while Galitskaia and Nutfulloev made big breakthroughs. A thrilling start to Mongolia’s judo showcase!<div class="small-12 column text-ce

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Lisbon's Stadium of Light set to be transformed into 'Benfica District' by new radical design

Sport • 9:07 AM

6 min

The plans will boost Benfica's stadium capacity to 70,000, add three more pavilions and a series of other facilities, such as a community swimming pool, a theatre and a hotel. Work is due to start in mid-2027 and last two years.<div class="small-12 column

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Lion City Sailors: Singaporean team making waves in Asia

Sport • 5:31 PM

1 min

Lion City Sailors from the Singapore Premier League were surprise runners-up in this season’s AFC Champions League Two competition.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.euronews.com/2025/07/24/lion-city-sailors-sing

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Boxing: Usyk reclaims undisputed heavyweight crown after crushing victory over Dubois

Sport • 3:28 PM

4 min

Oleksandr Usyk has cemented his reputation as one of heavyweight boxing's all-time greats after a crushing victory over British challenger Daniel Dubois.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.euronews.com/2025/07/20/

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The rise of Uzbekistan football: the White Wolves’ Golden Generation

Sport • 5:31 PM

1 min

Following impressive results at the youth level, including a maiden appearance at last year's Paris Olympic Games, Uzbekistan is enjoying success on a global scale.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.euronews.com/

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World’s oldest marathon runner Fauja Singh dies at 114 after being hit by a car

Sport • 3:55 AM

5 min

A torchbearer for the 2012 London Olympics, Singh took up running at the age of 89 as a way to get over depression after his wife and son died in quick succession in India.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.euron

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Kazakhstan hosts Virtus World Basketball Championships as athletes push for Paralympic inclusion

Sport • 4:47 PM

13 min

Kazakhstan became the first Asian country to host the Virtus World Basketball Championships for athletes with intellectual disabilities. Held in Astana, the tournament brought together teams from 11 countries.<div class="small-12 column text-center articl

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Jannik Sinner beats Carlos Alcaraz to win his maiden Wimbledon title

Sport • 8:01 PM

1 min

World no. 1 Sinner has won the 2025 Wimbledon title for the first time, defeating defending champion Alcaraz, the first Spanish player to win two consecutive Wimbledon titles.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.eu

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Grand prizes, big names: 2nd Esports World Cup starts in Riyadh

Sport • 1:46 PM

2 min

The second Esports World Cup has drawn gamers from across the planet, all vying for a slice of the record-breaking 70 million dollar prize pot, split across 25 competitions, and 24 top-tier games.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a

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"Forever our number 20": Liverpool retires Diogo Jota's shirt number

Sport • 6:25 PM

2 min

The number 20 will be retired across all levels of the English club, including LFC Women and Academy.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.euronews.com/2025/07/12/forever-our-number-20-liverpool-retires-diogo-jotas-

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How does English football fix its competitiveness issue?

Sport • 5:31 PM

1 min

Every footballer dreams of one day playing in the English Premier League. Due to the Pyramid system, their dreams could come true.

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Former Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti charged with tax evasion, handed one-year prison sentence

Sport • 9:21 PM

2 min

The now Brazil national team head coach was found guilty of evading taxes on his image rights in 2014. Although he will probably not serve the prison term, he'll have to pay a fine and is set to be disqualified from receiving tax benefits in Spain for thr

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Thousands gather to bid farewell to Liverpool's Diogo Jota, brother André Silva at their funeral

Sport • 2:15 PM

6 min

The funeral proceedings of the late football players Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva took place in the church of Gondomar in their hometown in the east of Porto. Family members, teammates and coaches joined thousands of mourners to pay their final

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2025 Summer Transfer Window: Who is on the move?

Sport • 5:30 PM

1 min

The summer transfer window re-opened with a rare big-money move. Former Bayer Leverkusen player Florian Wirtz's move to Liverpool is worth over one million euros.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.euronews.com/20

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'Stop this massacre': French football union blasts Club World Cup and FIFA over player welfare

Sport • 8:41 AM

4 min

The UNFP has condemned the Club World Cup, citing the negative impact on player health and accusing FIFA President Gianni Infantino of ignoring these issues.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.euronews.com/2025/06

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Poland hosts 'World Cup' for foster children in Legia Warsaw's stadium

Sport • 8:02 PM

5 min

The tenth edition of the largest event of its kind for children in foster care has come to Warsaw, offering much-needed recreational opportunities to children from all over the world. The organisers hope that it can improve not only the children's abiliti

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2025 Women's Euros: Who will taste success in Switzerland?

Sport • 5:31 PM

1 min

Sixteen teams will compete in the 2025 UEFA Women's Championships in Switzerland. Current European Champions England are looking to defend the title they won at Wembley four years ago.

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FIFA faces quandary over US and Iran involvement at 2026 World Cup

Sport • 3:19 PM

3 min

Following the US bombing of Iran's nuclear facilities last week, questions have been asked about next year's tournament, which will feature Iran and will be co-hosted by the US.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.

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Georgia make history with first Mixed Team World title on emotional final day in Budapest

Sport • 5:16 AM

3 min

Georgia defeats Korea in a thrilling final to win its first ever Mixed Team gold. Tushishvili, Liparteliani, and Bekauri led a passionate team to victory. An unforgettable finale to the 2025 World Judo Championships in Budapest.<div class="small-12 column

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Judo: Kim strikes gold for Korea, Tasoev defends heavyweight crown on Day 7 in Budapest

Sport • 5:42 AM

3 min

Hayun Kim claims Korea’s first gold in +78kg with a golden score win. In +100kg, Tasoev defeats Tushishvili to secure his second World title. Budapest ends the individual competition with heavy drama and heavier champions.<div class="small-12 column text-

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Carlo Ancelotti: Can he lead Brazil to World Cup glory?

Sport • 11:13 PM

1 min

After winning domestic titles in five of Europe’s biggest leagues, Carlo Ancelotti now faces a new challenge as the head coach of the Brazilian national team.<div class="small-12 column text-center article__button"><a href="https://www.euronews.com/2025/0

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Judo: Bellandi conquers -78kg, Kanikovskiy dominates -100kg on Day 6 in Budapest

Sport • 5:08 AM

3 min

Olympic champ Bellandi adds World gold after a gripping final. In -100kg, Kanikovskiy delivers a brilliant performance to claim his first World title. Day 6 closes with two memorable victories and sets the stage for tomorrow’s heavyweight showdowns.<div c

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Japan shines as Tanaka claims -70kg gold and Murao triumphs in all-Japanese -90kg final

Sport • 5:54 AM

4 min

Shiho Tanaka takes her long-awaited first World title in -70kg. Sanshiro Murao defeats reigning champion Tajima in golden score to capture -90kg gold. Day 5 in Budapest belongs to Japan, with power, precision, and podium domination.<div class="small-12 co

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New Champions Rise as Kaju Shines at -63kg and Arbuzov Stuns in -81kg at Budapest 2025

Sport • 4:10 AM

3 min

Haruka Kaju claims gold in her Worlds debut with flawless groundwork. Timur Arbuzov takes down triple World Champion Grigalashvili in -81kg, hinting at a new era in judo. Budapest delivers another electric day at the 2025 World Championships.<div class="s

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Liparteliani makes history for Georgia as Gaba claims gold on unforgettable Day 3 in Budapest

Sport • 5:25 AM

3 min

Eteri Liparteliani becomes Georgia’s first female World Champion with a stunning victory in -57 kg. Joan-Benjamin Gaba triumphs in golden score to win -73 kg. A day of fearless judo, emotion, and history at the 2025 World Championships.<div class="small-1

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Abe claims fifth world title, Takeoka stuns at -66 kg, Gyertyas lights up Budapest crowd

Sport • 6:01 AM

3 min

Day 2 in Budapest saw Abe Uta win her fifth world title with style, while Takeoka edged Emomali in a tense -66 kg final. Roza Gyertyas brought joy to the home fans with a brilliant bronze. A spectacular day at the 2025 World Judo Championships.<div class=

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