Judo: double gold for Canada on day 2 at Zagreb Grand Prix
Canada celebrated double gold at the Zagreb Grand Prix as Jessica Klimkait and François Gauthier-Drapeau topped the podium. Georgia's Giorgi Loladze and Brazil's Nauana Silva claimed their first Grand Prix titles, while Croatia's Iva Oberan delighted the home crowd with bronze.
On the second day of the Zagreb Grand Prix judo tournament held at the Arena Zagreb, Canada celebrated a historic double gold victory. Former world champion Jessica Klimkait clinched gold against Slovenia's Kaja Kajzer Zabkar with a decisive Waza-ari score in the -63kg category. The Canadian judoka expressed her joy at returning to the venue after a long time, reminiscing about the familiar atmosphere and enthusiastic crowd.
Meanwhile, Georgian judoka Giorgi Loladze and Ireland's Joshua Green, both making their Grand Prix debut, faced off in a nail-biting final. With only a Yuko score separating them, Loladze emerged victorious, claiming the -73kg crown. His Excellency Mr Zaal Gogsadze, Ambassador of Georgia to Croatia, honored the winner with a medal.
Croatia's Iva Oberan also added to the day's excitement by securing a bronze medal. The home crowd's relentless support for the local athletes made for an unforgettable day of high-stakes judo action. As the final day approaches, all eyes will be on the heavyweights, with the promise of more thrilling matches and unforgettable moments.
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