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Judo: Uzbekistan wins gold on second day of Tashkent Grand Slam

Tashkent Grand Prix at Yunusobod Sport Arena in Uzbekistan – Copyright International Judo Federation
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The Yunusobod Sport Arena was once again bouncing on the second day of the Tashkent Grand Slam. The patriotic energy of the crowd was contagious. They were treated to an Uzbek traditional performance before the event’s official opening by IJF president Mr Marius Vizer and the Adviser to the President of Uzbekistan, His Excellency Odil Abdulakhmonov.
Under 63 kg class
Megumi Hirikawa, the Japan’s World champion who won in this city last year, walked into the final of the under 63kg weight class with ease. She met Mexico’s Prisca Alcaraz. Horikawa won the gold medal with a stunning uchi-mata. She also received another medal for her love of Tashkent.
The medals were presented by IJF President, Mr Marius Vizer.
“I’m very happy to have received a medal again here, and I found it to be a great source of inspiration,” said Horikawa.
Under 73 kg class
The crowd was in raptures of applause when Murodjon Yuldoshev, Uzbekistan, reached the final of the under 73kg weight class. A well-timed counter was enough to spark the rapturous cheers.
The medals were presented by Mr Azizjon Kamilov, President of the Uzbekistan Judo Federation.
“It’s my first grand slam and I am very happy. Yuldoshev explained that the local fans cheered and supported us, which led to him winning the medal.
Under 81 kg class
Attila ungvari, of Hungary, defeated Olympic bronze medalist Shamil Borchashvili in the final of the category under 81kg to win his second grand slam.
Sandor Fasimon, CEO of MET Asia and Partner of the IJF, was awarded the medals.
Classes under 70 kg
Michaela Polleres, Austria’s under 70kg champion, faced Barbara Matic of Croatia, the reigning world champion. Polleres won the gold medal by scoring wazaari against the world champ.
Armen Bagdasarov, IJF Director of Referees and Head of the IJF, presented the medals.
This Grand Slam was a true classic. From the World-class Judoka who demonstrated their skills, to the incredible atmosphere created in the crowd by the passionate and supportive fans.
Tashkent is a top destination for judo. On Sunday, it’s all about the heavyweights.
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Simone Inzaghi, his wife’s confession on Instagram
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“We would have liked to, yes, but every cycle has a beginning and an end. As a wife, I always try to give the right advice, and today, although the heart would have chosen otherwise, the advice was to move on.
“These four years with Inter have been magnificent. This farewell weighs like a boulder. I will carry these years in my heart forever. Our son also wore the Inter jersey for four years, and that made the bond with these colors even deeper. It is not easy, for any of us. Not even for our little one, who leaves what is home for him.
“Life, however, must be distinguished from work, and today the road takes us elsewhere. But a piece of our heart will stay here. Always. Forza Inter”, he concluded on Instagram
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Gianluigi Donnarumma, agent is adamant about market rumors
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He is a big name in the world of football.
His agent Enzo Raiola knows it well, who spoke about it to Radio Crc: “We are working on the new contract. Obviously Gigio has several requests, many would like him, but few can afford him. He is very well in Paris, we are in the European champion club, so we are certainly not complaining”.
“Fans have always loved Donnarumma, criticism if anything comes more from Italy’Italy. It was a dream of his to reach the roof of Europe, he succeeded” he added.
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Italy, another stop in defense: total emergency for Luciano Spalletti
It’s raining wet at home Italy. Tuesday’s training session also saw the stoppage of Matteo Gabbia, who picked up a right calf problem during the match and left the pitch early after a confrontation with coach Spalletti.
That of the Milan defender is yet another defensive injury for the national team, which will have to do without already Buongiorno, Calafiori and Acerbi, who declined a call-up. In addition, both Gatti and Di Lorenzo worked separately, but he reassured about his presence with Norway in a press conference.
“I have a little problem that I have been carrying around for a month– admitted the Napoli captain -, today I think I am still doing something apart but by Friday I will be available. Everything under control”.
Italy will face Norway on Friday, June 6, at the Ullevaal Stadion in Oslo in the match valid for the third day of Group I of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers. For the Azzurri it will be the debut in the group, while the hosts are first with 2 wins in the first two days.
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