Judo Shines in Dushanbe: History, Heroes and Home Glory
The Dushanbe Grand Slam kicked off with thrilling judo action, packed stands, and historic moments. Madina Qurbonzoda, just 17, claimed bronze for Tajikistan, as stars like Buchard and Aghayev took gold. The local passion proves judo truly reigns supreme in Tajikistan.
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The Dushanbe Grand Slam kicked off with thrilling judo action, packed stands, and historic moments. Madina Qurbonzoda, just 17, claimed bronze for Tajikistan, as stars like Buchard and Aghayev took gold. The local passion proves judo truly reigns supreme in Tajikistan.
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00:00Welcome to Tajikistan and the Dushanbe Grand Slam, one of the most vibrant events on the World Judo Tour.
00:06The arena truly was packed to the rafters, requiring an outdoor display and additional space for the thousands of judo-loving locals.
00:14Showing again how judo truly is the number one sport in Tajikistan.
00:18At under 48 kilograms, Anudari Jamsran took on Wenna Zhuang.
00:23Zhuang led the contest with a yuko, but with under one minute remaining, Jamsran managed to score Ippon and claim her first gold medal on the World Judo Tour.
00:33An amazing achievement for the Mongolian youngster.
00:37Badakshan Mountainous Autonomous Region Judo Federation Chair Mr. Nirali Sharifov was on hand to award the medals.
00:44At under 60 kilograms, Balabai Agaev overcame home favorite Mirzod Sufyev after putting on a fantastic performance.
00:57Scoring Wazari, he transitioned into an armlock, forcing Sufyev to submit and scoring Ippon.
01:04Agaev was delighted to add another gold medal to his collection.
01:07He was awarded his medals by Tajikistan Youth and Sports Committee Chair Mr. Zolfikor Kulamadzoda.
01:14At under 52 kilograms, world and Olympic medalist Amandine Bouchard faced Mukayo Akhmatova.
01:24Bouchard was dominant all day and continued so in the final.
01:28After expertly taking her opponent to the ground, she wasted no time securing a shimiwaza.
01:33Applying steady pressure, she forced the submission and secured an emphatic Ippon victory.
01:38She was awarded her medal by Tajikistan Youth and Sports Committee First Deputy Chair Ms. Shabnam Rahimzoda.
01:46It was my first time and I really am surprised about it because I didn't know that Tajikistan loves a lot of judo.
01:53They give you some vibes and they give you power.
01:57So now I'm really happy about this competition here in Tajikistan.
02:01At under 66 kilograms, with Nurali Emamali facing Obi Djebov, it was an all-Tajik final.
02:08A huge Ippon brought the crowd to their feet, securing Emamali as the number one in this category domestically.
02:14The medals were awarded by Tajikistan Judo Federation President Mr. Izmoyel Mamozoyer.
02:19I extend my appreciation to the IJF, to the great judo fans, to the Tajik Judo Federation.
02:26As you can see, the atmosphere here and my impressions are beyond expectations.
02:32At under 57 kilograms, Sarah Leoni Sizik faced Natalia Elkina.
02:37A hold-down delivered the French Roman victory and a second Grand Slam gold medal.
02:41She was awarded her gold by IJF Head Sport Director, Mr. Vladimir Barter.
02:47Local judoka lit up the arena, none more so than 17-year-old Madina Corbonsilda, who took her historic bronze.
02:55So day one ends in dazzling Dushanbe.
02:57See you tomorrow for more.