2+ mon, 6+ day 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…...

2+ day, 3+ hour ago  (176+ words) He is the author of "Le Manuel de la Performance Athl'tique " Pr'paration Physique et Mentale du Judoka," a book he has translated into English and which he discusses here. "The original version of the book was written in French, published…...

6+ mon, 3+ 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…...

3+ day, 6+ hour ago  (383+ words) The Athlete and Olympian Engagement Athletes" Department has expressed its sincere appreciation for the International Judo Federation"s continued engagement and collaboration, as the organisations work closely together towards the success of Dakar 2026. Two dedicated courses are now available: Mastering…...

3+ day, 6+ hour ago  (287+ words) The opening ceremony was attended by the Director General of Sports as well as the Secretary General of the Olympic Committee, underlining the strong institutional support behind the initiative. The closing ceremony was attended by the president of the Olympic…...

3+ day, 9+ hour ago  (308+ words) On 6th April, on the occasion of the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace, proudly, the International Judo Federation (IJF) joins the #White Card campaign. In today's increasingly complex and uncertain world, marked by conflict and rising inequalities, it…...

4+ mon, 5+ day 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…...

1+ mon, 3+ 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....

2+ mon, 3+ 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…...

6+ day, 6+ hour ago  (177+ words) The Refugee Team stands as a powerful symbol of hope. Even when individuals have lost everything, the judo family remains present, offering support, purpose and new objectives. Vahid Sarlak has experienced life as a refugee but today, as head coach…...