All the latest developments of the Judo Grand Slam 2024.
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00:00Welcome to the heart of Central Asia, where the spirit of Judo meets the breathtaking beauty of Tajikistan.
00:10We're thrilled to bring you the Dushanbe Judo Grand Slam 2024.
00:17A spectacular showcase of skill, strength and sportsmanship.
00:22Double Olympic and Triple World Champion Shoshe Ono was in attendance and organized a signing for all his fans.
00:29An inspiration for all the young Tajik Judoka.
00:32In the under 48 kg category, Manga Sanku Bavudorj came out on top after a physically demanding final.
00:40Salary CEO Mr. Fabrice Kakin awarded the medals.
00:46In the under 60 kg, Tajikistan's Mohamed Soleikievatov secured a gold medal for the home nation with a fantastic Ippon.
00:59The crowd erupted with pride and excitement. A fantastic start for the local athletes with huge encouragement from the fans.
01:07Tajikistan Judo Federation President Mr. Ismol Mohamed Soeir awarded the medals.
01:21Today's atmosphere was really good. I liked it. The people in the crowd were cheering a lot.
01:28I enjoyed this so much that I wanted to win the medal for them.
01:37In the under 52 kg category was an all-Swiss affair with both Bintan Diaye and Fabienne Kocher making the final.
01:46Kocher took the medal due to the penalties. Experienced triumphs.
01:53IJF Head Referee Director Mr. Qi Yongjian awarded the medals.
01:58The atmosphere today in the sport hall was amazing. Already from the first round the people were screaming and it was just amazing.
02:10I gave a lot of energy here during the whole day.
02:14At under 66 kg there was a home favorite once again as Obid Yebov took on Turkmenistan's Serdar Rahimov.
02:23Rahimov ultimately took the gold three penalties after a tough fight.
02:28T-Cell CEO Mr. Oleg Konta Vladsoev awarded the medals.
02:34At under 57 kg Jessica Klimkate took another top podium after winning by penalties.
02:42IJF Sport Director Mr. Michel Temura awarded the medals.
02:48As the sun sets on a thrilling first day in Dushanbe, join us tomorrow for the second day of the Judo Grand Slam.
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