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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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Marc Marquez knows he is dominating this year, but he has also made several heavy mistakes: “They are my weakness, I will try to handle everything differently, but I made them all on Sunday and I have to avoid them if I want to fight for the championship. I will have to think about the races where I did not score points”.
In Aragon he will be the favorite: “Dominating here like last year will be difficult since it was raining, it will be a faster weekend, with a more rubberized track and therefore more difficult. In Silverstone I wanted to defend the points lead, here I will try to fight for the victory. My feelings compared to last Gp are better”.
In the press conference Marco Bezzecchi, winner at Silverstone, also spoke: “It was great, I missed the podium. The bike gives very good sensations, I can’t wait to start again here and try to be competitive. We made a lot of steps forward, because we were also in Jerez and Le Mans but I made some mistakes. It might be difficult to repeat, but we want to be continuous”.
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Marc Marquez knows he is dominating this year but he has also made several heavy mistakes: “They are my weakness, I will try to handle everything differently, but I made them all on Sunday and I have to avoid them if I want to fight for the championship. I will have to think about the races where I didn”t score points.
In Aragon he will be the favorite: “Dominating here like last year will be difficult since it was raining, it will be a faster weekend, with a more rubberized track and therefore more difficult. In Silverstone I wanted to defend the points lead, here I will try to fight for the victory. My feelings compared to last Gp are better”.
In the press conference Marco Bezzecchi, winner at Silverstone, also spoke: “It was great, I missed the podium. The bike gives very good sensations, I can’t wait to start again here and try to be competitive. We made a lot of steps forward, because we were also in Jerez and Le Mans but I made some mistakes. It might be difficult to repeat, but we want to be continuous”.
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