Szandra Szogedi

In a historic moment for Serbian judo, Mr Ivan TODOROV has been re-elected as president of the Judo Federation of Serbia during a regular electoral assembly held at the ceremonial hall of SC Šumice. With unanimous support from the assembly delegates, Todorov will lead the federation for another four years, marking a continuation of his impactful leadership and dedication to…

Between 12-13 December, the International Conference on Safe Falling for the Elderly Through Judo took place at Tokai University, Japan, for the second time. The event brought together judo scientists and trainers from 18 countries and 14 universities to share insights and advancements in this vital area. With outstanding organisation, the conference featured a blend of theoretical and practical sessions,…

NAME: Anna-Maria WAGNER COUNTRY: GERMANY CATEGORY: -78kg WORLD RANKING POINTS: 7753 Anna-Maria WAGNER wrapped up the season as the world rank leader in the -78kg category, proving once again that grit and grace are an unbeatable combination. This was not without its challenges, as relentless competition tested her every move. Adding to the intensity was the home-grown rivalry in the German…

The President of the European Judo Union, Dr TOTH Laszlo, visited Atilla Judo Club in Baku, Azerbaijan. His visit was in honour of an event dedicated to celebrating the club’s achievements over the past year. During the ceremony, the chairman of Atilla JC, Asif ASKEROV, reflected on a highly successful year for both Azerbaijan and the club itself. He highlighted the exceptional performances…

NAME: Teddy RINER COUNTRY: FRANCE CATEGORY: +100kg WORLD RANKING POINTS: 6800 If legends had a weight class, Teddy RINER would be its undisputed champion. Once again, the towering French judoka has finished the season as the world rank leader of the +100kg category, reminding everyone that gravity, fatigue, and fierce competition are mere inconveniences in his world. While his imposing frame…

During the weekend of 4-5 January 2025, the National Judo Federation of Georgia marked a significant milestone in the development of judo education with a groundbreaking kata seminar held at the National Judo Academy in Tbilisi. Known as a powerhouse of shiai on the international stage, Georgia continues to set standards in both competitive excellence and technical education. Bringing together…

The countdown has begun for the European Judo Championships Seniors Podgorica 2025 held between 23-27 April 2025. With just 100 days remaining, anticipation is building for a landmark event that will not only showcase the best of European judo but also mark a historic moment for Montenegro. For the first time ever, under the leadership of Mr. Jovica REČEVIĆ, the…

Dr. TOTH Laszlo, President of the European Judo Union was one of the distinguished guests at the General Assembly of the African Judo Union (AJU), held during past days in Casablanca, Morocco. His presence reinforced the EJU’s commitment to global collaboration and the strategic advancement of judo. The event convened key stakeholders to discuss critical priorities, including youth engagement and…

The European Judo Union (EJU), in collaboration with the University of Seville, proudly unveils a pioneering initiative in school safety: the book Safe Fall-Safe Schools (SFSS) – Level I. Research Protocol. This innovative publication bridges judo expertise and modern research to proactively address unintentional falls in schools, aiming to create safer educational environments for children. This initiative highlights a proactive…

Kosovo, a small yet mighty nation, has cemented its place as a powerhouse of Olympic judo, with an elite system that has outshone many long-established judo nations. Despite being recognised by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) just over a decade ago, Kosovo has already achieved remarkable success, claiming more Olympic medals than many countries with centuries-old traditions in the sport.…