EJU Executive Committee Meeting March 2025
Budapest played host to the first Executive Committee Meeting of the European Judo Union in 2025, a gathering that radiated momentum, ambition and strategic vision. Over the course of 11-12 March, representatives from every sector seized the opportunity to present comprehensive plans, objectives and operational advancements before the committee, fostering an environment of constructive dialogue and…
13 March 2025Nymburk EJU OTC 2025 - Nymburk, Czech Republic
With less than six weeks to go before the Senior European Championships in Podgorica, Montenegro, the top contenders for titles are rounding up in the Nymburk OTC this week. Many of them are in fact coming off the back of the Upper Austria Grand Prix, which for some was their…
12 March 2025European Judo Championships Seniors Podgorica 2025 - Podgorica, Montenegro
The Podgorica Senior European Cup 2025 was more than just a judo competition, it served as a crucial preparatory event for Montenegro’s countdown towards the senior European Judo Championships later this year. The tournament provided an excellent platform for competitors to test their skills while also allowing officials to evaluate the Morača M-tel Sports…
10 March 2025Porec Millennium Team Cadet European Cup 2025 - Porec, Croatia
Author: Croatian Judo Federation Judo is returning to Istria! A record number of competitors are arriving in Poreč for the “Millenium Team European Cadet Cup”. More than 850 judokas from all over the world will compete in the Žatika sports hall from Saturday 15th to Sunday 16th March. The competition in Croatia from the…
10 March 2025After a whirlwind weekend packed with judo action across Europe, this week is all about fine-tuning and levelling up. With three training camps and a handful of events lined up, judo fans have plenty to look forward to, both on this side of the ocean and beyond. Antalya and Portimão…
10 March 2025Linz Grand Prix 2025 - Linz, Austria
Potentially the most anticipated head to head of the Upper Austria Grand Prix 2025, was the closing act. In the +100kg final we witnessed the Tokyo Olympic final pairing of Lukas KRPALEK (CZE) and Guram TUSHISHVILI (GEO). It is always an explosive match up, and today proved just that, with…
9 March 2025Portimao/Algarve Junior European Cup 2025 - Portimao/Algarve, Portugal
Author: Portuguese Judo Federation Three finals with all fighters with medals in World or European Championships!!! The first clash, the -48kg final, put the 2022 World Cadet bronze medal, the Italian Rebecca VALERIANI against the 2023 European Cadet bronze the Spanish Claudia PLA BELMONTE. Both fought hard but the Spanish…
9 March 2025Podgorica Senior European Cup 2025 - Podgorica, Montenegro
Montenegrin judoka Novo Raicevic secured the country’s only medal at the Podgorica Senior European Judo Cup 2025, showcasing his prowess in the -90kg category. Despite falling short in the final, the silver medallist expressed both pride and motivation as he reflected on his performance and future aspirations. Having previously claimed…
9 March 2025Podgorica Senior European Cup 2025 - Podgorica, Montenegro
Denmark’s Emilie Sook last competed among the elites at the World Judo Championships in Abu Dhabi in May 2024. Since then, she was first seen in Warsaw a few weeks ago and this weekend provided her with another appearance at the Podgorica Senior European Cup 2025. Following the World Championships…
9 March 2025Portimao/Algarve Junior European Cup 2025 - Portimao/Algarve, Portugal
Author: Portuguese Judo Federation Today we all celebrate the International Women’s Day, so the first spotlight of Portimão European Judo Junior Cup goes to Lenka TOMANKOVA from Slovakia. The 2022 World Cadet bronze medallist, sister of another great young woman, the twice Cadet World Champion Patricia, went straight to the golden…
9 March 2025Podgorica Senior European Cup 2025 - Podgorica, Montenegro
Day one of the Podgorica Senior European Cup 2025 delivered a mix of familiar and fresh faces on the podium. While Türkiye dominated the medal standings, it was Serbia’s single gold that caught attention. Few would have predicted Aleksandra Andric to triumph in the -70kg category, yet the 17-year-old Serbian judoka defied expectations, winning round after round in confidence. Her…
8 March 2025Linz Grand Prix 2025 - Linz, Austria
Giovanni ESPOSITO was the first of the Italian brothers to take gold on day two of the Upper Austria Grand Prix 2025. It was a triumph in the -73kg category with a tight yuko score that was almost evened by his opponent, SZEGEDI Daniel (HUN), but in the end, a…
8 March 2025European Judo Championships Seniors Podgorica 2025 - Podgorica, Montenegro
Following the successful finalisation of all details, the European Judo Union is proud to announce that the tradition of the Kids Camp during the senior European Judo Championships will continue this year. Although the tournament will be held in Podgorica, the Kids Camp will take place in the beautiful coastal…
8 March 2025As the world celebrates International Women’s Day, the European Judo Union proudly shines a spotlight on two remarkable women leading the charge in sport, Mrs Catarina Rodrigues and in education, Ms Kristiina Pekkola, both serving as EJU Vice Presidents. Their journeys, dedication and vision are not only shaping the future of judo but…
8 March 2025Linz Grand Prix 2025 - Linz, Austria
Though plenty medals were earned by the European athletes on day one of the Upper Austria Grand Prix 2025, it wasn’t until the final weight category of -57kg, did one athlete manage to take a gold medal. That athlete was Seija BALLHAUS of Germany. The top seed of the category…
7 March 2025Podgorica Senior European Cup 2025 - Podgorica, Montenegro
On 7 March, a press conference was held at the head quarter of the Montenegrin Judo Federation ahead of the Podgorica Senior European Cup 2025, marking a key moment for the local organising committee as they prepare for the senior European Championships in April. The event serves as the final test before…
7 March 2025Linz Grand Prix 2025 - Linz, Austria
An incredible 427 athletes from 52 nations are travelling to Central Europe for the Linz Grand Prix from the 7th to 9th of March 2025. The focal event in the heart of the continent is unsurprisingly popular, already the nation host the opening OTC of the year, kickstarting the season.…
6 March 2025Malaga Junior European Cup 2025 - Malaga, Spain
Author: Royal Spanish Judo Federation The Pabellón de Carranque hosted the Málaga Junior European Cup 2025 on March 1st and 2nd, one of the most prestigious competitions in the European Judo Union (EJU) junior circuit. With the participation of more than 300 judokas from over 20 countries, the event reaffirmed its growth and consolidation as a key tournament in…
5 March 2025
Antalya Millennium Team Cadet European Cup 2025