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The World Judo Tour set foot on familiar ground as the first day of the prestigious Abu Dhabi Grand Slam was held at Mubadala Arena. This event was attracting a lot of attention!
An exciting display of beautiful local culture took place before the athletes battled it out for a spot on the podium.
Laura Martinez Arenda Although he was in great shape, he came from behind to win the -48kg final. times of china.
The Spaniard maintained his early points and won the gold medal.
His Excellency Jabr Al Suwaidi, UAE Minister of State, was present to present the medals.
-60kg world and European medalist Job Briev Compete against another world medalist, Ariunbold Enctivan.
Pure drive and determination gave Briev an early score, which he defended again to take the gold medal.
The medal was awarded to His Excellency Battulga Hartmaa, IJF EC member and former President of Mongolia.
-52kg in the final Marcia Ballhaus She managed to turn around and took a master class on the basics papreka Ensure a 20 second hold over .
Joy to Germany!
She was awarded the medal by Gyurta Daniel, Director General of the Hungarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
-66kg in the final Walide Kyal The score was behind when his pure determination tied it with 1 second left!
With a golden score, that determination led him to victory.
The French spirit was on full display.
The medal was presented by IIHF Life President René Fassel.
-57kg Italy julia carna He was a surprise finalist with a former world champion and Olympic medalist. Fu Mimi.
The Korean star’s confident performance earned her the gold medal.
She was awarded the gold medal by His Excellency Mohammed bin Talhoub Al Derey, President of the UAE Judo Federation.
Abu Dhabi and the entire judo world are looking forward to the second day of this top-class competition.