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Grand Prix Portugal 2023 – Portuguese Patricia Sampaio the day’s hero

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The city of Almada was witness to an incredible final day of the 2023 Portugal Grand Prix. The stadium was full of fans eager to watch the heavyweights perform.

Under 90 kg class

Ivaylo Ivanov of Bulgaria defeated Hungary’s Krisztian Toth in the under 90kg category. The crowd in Portugal was delighted by their friendship and sportsmanship.

Skander Hachicha was the IJF sport director who presented the medals.

“In Judo you must always respect your opponent.” Ivanov explained that we are friends because of our age. “We both have children. He has and I do.” He was very happy, and sent me a text message saying that he was “very happy to fight with” me. This is the sport that I give my all in the fight and then we become friends.”

Under 78 kgs class

Patricia Sampaio, who competed in the category under 78kg, was the hero that day. She gave the home crowd exactly what they wanted! She looked determined to win the Gold for Portugal after tearing through the preliminary rounds.

Sampaio, who was fully focused, won the final with a tactical win, earning her first Grand Prix Gold. The stadium was in raptures. A great moment for Portuguese Judo.

Ines de Medieiros, Mayor of Almada presented her with the medal, and the stadium was filled to capacity for the anthem.

“It was incredible to have so many here,” said Sampaio. “I don’t live in Lisbon, but I live two-hours away. Two cars were full of people who came to shout for me with my family and club friends. It was incredible, it was amazing. I don’t know what to say about everything I heard from the crowd today. It was amazing.”

Under 100 kg class

Ilia Sulamanidze, from Georgia, defeated Japanese Youngster Dota Arai in the under 100kg category, securing his place as World Number One.

Carlo Knoester, IJF Refereeing supervisor, presented him with his medal.

Over 78 kgs class

Kim Hayun defeated Rochelle Nunes in the over 78kg weight category, ending Portuguese hopes of another Gold.

The medals were presented by IJF Refereeing Coordinator Cathy Fleury.

Over 100 kg class

Kim Minjong won four gold medals in the over 100kg category, putting Korea on top of the medal table.

The Portuguese team can be proud of this Grand Prix. With two Golds, one Silver and some passionate Judo they can count it as a great success. The Judo Family can’t wait for next year.

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Carlos Sainz returns on farewell to Ferrari and is candid about Lewis Hamilton

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Carlos Sainz returns on farewell to Ferrari and è candid about Lewis Hamilton

During an interview given to the microphones of the Spanish newspaper “As”, Carlos Sainz è returned to talk about his farewell to Ferrari to make way for seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton starting in 2025.

“I have no negative words toward Ferrari, and I don&#39t think they have any negative feelings toward me either. It’s a relationship that hasn’t been broken because we’re not happy with each other, but because of a circumstantial issue. I remain convinced that if Hamilton had not wanted to end his career at Ferrari, I would have renewed. To a seven-time world champion, però è impossible to say no and I understand the team&#39s choice to confirm Charles and not me” began the Spanish driver.

“When I arrived at Ferrari, the team was going through a very difficult time. In 2020 they were far behind the best. I am very proud of the progress this team has made thanks in part to my work. These have been seasons that have allowed me to win my first F1 races, get my first pole positions and win several podiums. I am happy to have come to a historic team and to have had the pleasure of driving Ferrari over these years” continued the’former McLaren.

“Charles è one of the fastest drivers I have ever faced, especially on a dry lap. Between us the difference è always been minimal. The only problems came from always going to the track together, one after the other, but that è was the advantage of Ferrari with a very balanced pair of drivers” added the Spanish number 55.

“My next adventure will be at Williams, where I will try to do something similar to what I did in Ferrari and McLaren. I want to help the team improve moving forward. I have the experience and the good energy to help them progress. I have been good in the past and my next goal è to bring the stable to the top 10. If we do well in the next two years, I would like to be able to bet on Williams again in the future” concluded Carlos Sainz.

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Jannik Sinner’s new appointment exalts Giovanni Malagò

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Jannik Sinner’s new post exalts John Malagò

CONI President Giovanni Malagò spoke at the Allianz Tower in Milan on the sidelines of an event with Olympic and Paralympic athletes who participated in the Paris Games. During his speech, the Rome native wanted to dwell on the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics and the role that Jannik Sinner will play, who will be one of the volunteers contributing to the event’s organization.

“The origins of Jannik Sinner, who è is from South Tyrol, suggest that he could have become the world number one in skiing. This we can never know, but we certainly know that he è become the number one in tennis” began the CONI president.

“Volunteers are crucial to the Olympics. Without them such an event would not be economically sustainable. Sinner will be the No. 1 volunteer in Milan-Cortina. It’s really a lot of stuff” added Giovanni Malagò.

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Joao Fonseca puts Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz in his sights

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Joao Fonseca does not hide ambition

During an interview given to the microphones of “CLAY”, the promising Joao Fonseca, among other topics, revealed what are his main goals in the short and long term.

“I see the rivalryà that Alcaraz and Sinner have and è to that level I want to get. Sometimes I think I should aim for top-100 or top-50, but no, I want to set my targets on them. I want to be like Carlos and Jannik, win Slams and other big tournaments” began the Brazilian tennis player.

“We are living the present with calm and serenity; reflecting carefully on every aspect of my game. This è a long-term career and we are waiting for the right moment to take the best path for me” added the 18-year-old from Rio de Janeiro.

“I know I will have to deal with the pressure that comes from the high expectations on me. They see me in tournaments, talking about me, but the pressure that I most prefer è the one that my opponents may feel when they face me” he chipped in Joao Fonseca.

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