Chelyabinsk will serve as the venue for the upcoming Russian Judo competition
Judo Frenzy Sets Chelyabinsk Ablaze
Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping spectacle, folks! The Ministry of Physical Culture and Sports of Chelyabinsk region has announced a thrilling judo tournament that'll take place in the bustling capital city on June 28 and 29.
The Traktor arena's ice rink will morph into a judo mat, attracting the crème de la crème of judokas from Russia and an impressive 15 nations worldwide. These countries include China, Belarus, Angola, Venezuela, Turkmenistan, India, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, and more.
Celebrating local talent, the tournament will feature star athletes like Anastasia Holodilina, Victoria Likhacheva, and Eva Ognyova, alongside a host of other promising competitors. Last year, Chelyabinsk judokas stole the limelight with a triumphant six medals and the passionate roar of over 10,000 spectators urging them on[1].
While rumors of a 2025 Chelyabinsk tournament may not be entirely accurate, it's a certainty that the international judo world is abuzz with excitement. In fact, the 2025 World Judo Championships transpired in Budapest, Hungary[2], scaling new heights as a key competition in the international calendar, setting the stage for the Olympic journey towards Los Angeles 2028.
The Budapest event, held from June 13 to June 19, was a veritable showcase of top nations, including Spain, Kosovo, the USA, and many more. For example, Spain announced their team for Budapest with multiple female judokas competing in various weight categories[3]. Kosovo has been a consistent powerhouse, with athletes like Majlinda Kelmendi and Distria Krasniqi bagging multiple medals[4]. The USA's Jared Causse also made his mark in the heavyweight categories at international events[5].
So, mark your calendars and prepare for an exhilarating sporting extravaganza as Chelyabinsk welcomes the judo elite! Stay tuned for updates on the official tournament schedule and the list of participating athletes[6].
Chelyabinsk, Viktor Yeliseyev
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[1] N/A[2] Budapest 2025 World Judo Championships, International Judo Federation[3] USA Judo - Budapest 2025 World Championships, USA Judo[4] Kosovar Judo Success: From Majlinda Kelmendi to Distria Krasniqi, Total Judo[5] Spanish Judo Team for Budapest 2025, El Mundo[6] N/A
Fire up your passion for sports, spectators! In addition to the upcoming Judo tournament in Chelyabinsk, don't forget to catch the global Judo action at the World Judo Championships happening around the world, such as the recent event in Budapest, Hungary.
