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Judo: Uzbekistan takes gold on the second day of Tashkent Grand Slam 2023

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Tashkent Grand Slam at the Yunusobod Sport Arena, Uzbekistan Copyright International Judo Federation

By Euronews with IJF

The second day of the Tashkent Grand Slam saw the Yunusobod Sport Arena bouncing once again. The patriotic crowd’s energy was contagious as they were treated to a traditional Uzbek performance before the event was officially opened by IJF President Mr Marius Vizer alongside the Adviser of the President of Uzbekistan His Excellency Odil Abdurakhmonov.

Under 63 kg class

After being crowned World Champion in this very city only last year, Megumi Horikawa of Japan walked back into the under 63kg final comfortably. There she met Mexico’s Prisca Awiti Alcaraz. Horikawa secured the gold with an incredible uchi-mata, solidifying her love for Tashkent with another medal.

IJF President Mr Marius Vizer awarded the medals.

“I am very happy to have won a medal here again, and it was a great inspiration for me,” said Horikawa.

Under 73 kg class

There was a sense of expectation as Uzbekistan’s very own Murodjon Yuldoshev reached the under 73kg final, a well timed counter, enough to spark rapturous applause and the appreciation of the crowd was on full show.

The medals were awarded by the President of Uzbekistan Judo Federation Mr Azizjon Kamilov.

“It is my first grand slam gold and I feel very happy. The local fans were here to cheer and support us, which helped me get the medal,” explained Yuldoshev.

Under 81 kg class

In the final of the under 81kg category Attila Ungvari of Hungary defeated Olympic bronze medallist Shamil Borchashvili, claiming his second grand slam gold.

CEO of MET Asia, Partner of the IJF Mr Sandor Fasimon awarded the medals.

Under 70 kg class

Reigning world champion, Croatia’s Barbara Matic, faced off against Michaela Polleres of Austria in the under 70kg final. Polleres scored waza-ari against the world champion to claim the gold medal.

Presenting the medals was IJF Head Referee Director Mr Armen Bagdasarov.

From the World-class judoka demonstrating their skills to the incredible atmosphere created by the passionate and supportive crowd, this Grand Slam has truly been one for the ages.

Tashkent has once again proven itself to be a top tier destination for judo. On Sunday it’s the heavyweights!

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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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