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Julia Figueroa steps away after a career shaped by grit and honesty - Image: EJU / European Judo Union

Julia Figueroa steps away after a career shaped...

Julia Figueroa retires from elite judo after a career defined by Olympic appearances, major medals and remarkable honesty.

Julia Figueroa steps away after a career shaped...

Julia Figueroa retires from elite judo after a career defined by Olympic appearances, major medals and remarkable honesty.

Muna Dahouk’s next fight is for Syria’s future - Image: IJF / International Judo Federation

Muna Dahouk’s next fight is for Syria’s future

After years with the IJF Refugee Team, Muna Dahouk has returned to Syria, where she now works to support young people and future judoka.

Muna Dahouk’s next fight is for Syria’s future

After years with the IJF Refugee Team, Muna Dahouk has returned to Syria, where she now works to support young people and future judoka.

Brazil Deepens Its Place in Global Judo Education with New IJF Academy Week - Image: IJF / International Judo Federation

Brazil Deepens Its Place in Global Judo Educati...

Brazil welcomed 44 participants from eight countries for an IJF Academy week focused on shared standards for coaches and referees.

Brazil Deepens Its Place in Global Judo Educati...

Brazil welcomed 44 participants from eight countries for an IJF Academy week focused on shared standards for coaches and referees.

Gran Canaria Countdown Begins as Cadet European Judo Championships 2026 Details Go Live - Image: EJU / European Judo Union

Gran Canaria Countdown Begins as Cadet European...

The official outlines for the Cadet European Judo Championships 2026 are out, with Gran Canaria ready to host from 29 June to 2 July.

Gran Canaria Countdown Begins as Cadet European...

The official outlines for the Cadet European Judo Championships 2026 are out, with Gran Canaria ready to host from 29 June to 2 July.

Sarajevo seminar puts Kodokan Kata learning at the heart of European judo - Image: EJU / European Judo Union

Sarajevo seminar puts Kodokan Kata learning at ...

The EJU Kodokan Kata Seminar 2026 opened in Sarajevo with strong European participation and a clear focus on learning, heritage and growth.

Sarajevo seminar puts Kodokan Kata learning at ...

The EJU Kodokan Kata Seminar 2026 opened in Sarajevo with strong European participation and a clear focus on learning, heritage and growth.

Faro Set for Record-Breaking Cadet Judo Weekend - Image: EJU / European Judo Union

Faro Set for Record-Breaking Cadet Judo Weekend

Faro will host a record-setting Cadet European Cup in May 2026, with 618 judoka from 32 countries and a major test for Portugal’s young team.

Faro Set for Record-Breaking Cadet Judo Weekend

Faro will host a record-setting Cadet European Cup in May 2026, with 618 judoka from 32 countries and a major test for Portugal’s young team.