The final veteran event of the year will be the 2024 World Judo Championships Veterans, held in Las Vegas. This event will bring together over 1,500 judoka from 68 countries between 4-7 November, converging in the city of lights to compete on the mat and reunite with friends from around…
30 October 2024After becoming World Champion at only 21 years old, Nemanja MAJDOV (SRB) garnered a great deal of attention, and has remained a consistent top athlete of the -90kg category. This year securing the European Champion title and a World silver, only confirmed his status, which he is determined will transpire…
29 October 2024World Judo Day 2024
Wellbeing is the theme of World Judo Day 2024 and forces each individual to really consider, what is that we do to ensure we are healthy, physically and emotionally well? What brings you happiness? In recent years it has become less of a taboo subject, to discuss ones mental health…
28 October 2024Koper Cadet European Cup 2024 - Koper, Slovenia
This past weekend, Slovenia showcased its judo prowess not only in Sarajevo with the senior team but also on home ground, excelling among the cadets. Demonstrating both skill and determination, the Slovenian team secured the top position on the overall medal standings by claiming three gold, two silver, and one…
27 October 2024Sarajevo European Open 2024 - Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Day two of the Sarajevo European Open 2024 saw the lightweight women and heavyweight men decide the finals medals, and determine the outcome of the medal table. Within the last three weight categories, it was flipping between nations, but in the end it was Team Slovenia who secured the top…
27 October 2024Sarajevo European Open 2024 - Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
On day one of the Sarajevo European Open 2024, gold medals went to seven different nations, including one for the host nation, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Aleksandra SAMARDZIC in the -70kg category opened with a tough first round against an opponent she had never faced, explaining her preparation was impossible as…
26 October 2024Sarajevo European Open 2024 - Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
It has been a long time coming for Flavia FAVORINI (ITA), the eventual gold medallist of the -63kg category in the Sarajevo European Open 2024. Not short of success in the European Cup events, she dabbled on the Continental Open level before being exposed to the IJF World Judo Tour.…
26 October 2024Sarajevo European Open 2024 - Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
The opening ceremony of the Sarajevo European Open 2024 was led by EJU Sport Commission Senior Advisor and Senior Vice President of the Bosnia and Herzegovina, Mr Branislav CRNOGORAC, I wish you a warm welcome to Sarajevo, again we come together to enjoy the European Open and I welcome the…
26 October 2024Bosnia and Herzegovina is a country located in Southeastern Europe on the Balkan Peninsula. It is bordered by Croatia to the north and west, Serbia to the east, and Montenegro to the southeast, with a small coastline on the Adriatic Sea. The population reaches up to around 3.2 million people…
25 October 2024Sarajevo European Open 2024 - Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
This weekend, all eyes will turn to Sarajevo as the city gears up to host its 7th judo event of the year. The Arena Hills will welcome 161 judoka from 22 nations, ready to compete. Although the number of participants may seem modest compared to past events, don’t be fooled.…
24 October 2024National Judo Federation of France - General Assembly
President Stéphane NOMIS was re-elected until 2028 at the General Assembly of the National Judo Federation of France ( FFJDA) with 67.5% of the vote. Opposing candidate Frank OPITZ achieved 32.5 %. This is the 54-year-old entrepreneur’s second term in office. The election was held digitally, and for the first…
23 October 2024Koper Cadet European Cup 2024 - Koper, Slovenia
Even after the completion of their continental and world championships, the cadet judo circuit shows no signs of slowing down. The tour rolls on, and the next stop is set in Koper, Slovenia, where the next cadet European Judo Cup will unfold in style between 26-27 October. Fresh off a…
23 October 2024This past weekend marked a significant moment for the Portuguese Judo Federation as Mr. Joaquim Sergio Pina was officially re-elected as President during the federation’s formal ceremony for the inauguration of its newly elected board. Mr. Pina will continue to guide the federation through the next Olympic cycle, aiming to…
21 October 2024Riga Cadet European Cup 2024 - Riga, Latvia
Though Poland topped the medal table in the Riga Cadet European Cup 2024, with an impressive six gold, seven silver and five bronze medals, the host nation came in second, thanks to three gold medals from Tits KULLO (-73kg), Aleksandrs AVDEJEVS (-81kg) and Tomass MANFELDS (-90kg). There were always high…
21 October 2024European Judo Championships U23 2024 - Pila, Poland
The city of Piła, Poland, is preparing to welcome some of the most talented judoka for the European Judo Championships U23, which will take place from 15th to 17th November 2024. This prestigious event, which highlights both emerging and established judo proficiency while serving as a key bridge between the…
21 October 2024EJU Medical Seminar 2024 - Baku, Azerbaijan
Author: Azerbaijan Judo Federation Today, on the 18th of October, the International Medical Seminar of the Medical Commission of the European Judo Union (EJU) commenced in Baku. During the opening, the Executive Vice-President of the Azerbaijan Judo Federation, Rashad RASULLU, stated that they had applied to the EJU last year…
18 October 2024Latvia, located on the Baltic Sea between Lithuania and Estonia, is known for its expansive beaches and vast, dense forests. Its capital, Riga, is renowned for its stunning wooden and art nouveau architecture, along with its medieval Old Town, where landmarks like St. Peter’s Church stand tall. Riga is also…
18 October 202442nd CISM World Military Judo Championship
Audrey TCHEUMEO (FRA), Giorgia STAGHERLIN (ITA), and GOZ Roland (HUN) claimed gold medals on the second day of the 42nd CISM World Military Judo Championship, showcasing their dominance on the global stage. Goz’s victory marked him as the only male European judoka to win gold in this prestigious competition, making…
17 October 2024
European Judo Championships of the Small States 2024