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Judo: Grigalashvili claims fourth world title as Kaju reigns again

Haruka Kaju extended her unbeaten World Judo Tour run to 40 contests, defending her -63kg world title against Kerem Primo. At -81kg, Tato Grigalashvili defeated home favourite Zelim Tckaev to claim his fourth world title and return to the top of the podium.

Day 4 of the World Judo Championships took place in Baku, where reigning champion KAJU Haruka confidently secured her place in the final against Kerem PRIMO. Utilizing her signature groundwork, KAJU dominated the bout, extending her unbeaten streak to 40 matches and claiming her fourth World title. The fans in Baku celebrated the Japanese judoka's victory, while Georgian legend Tato GRIGALASHVILI claimed his fourth World title in the -81kg category with a victory over Azerbaijan's Zelim TCKAEV.

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