Category: Sport
Raz Hershko gives Israel a triumphant conclusion to Tel Aviv Grand Slam
The beautiful city of Tel Aviv played host to the final day of an amazing Grand Slam as the sun set on another successful Judo competition here in Israel. It was time for some razzle and dazzle at +78kg, as Raz Hershko put on a show in the preliminaries before defeating Turkey’s Kayra Sayit in…
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Europe’s Top 5 Leagues: Who will win their domestic titles?
Five of Europe’s top leagues are approaching the climax of their seasons. In some countries, the usual suspects are in pole position, but elsewhere, we could be in for some surprises. So, who will hold their nerves as the season ends? Let’s start by looking at the Premier League title race, where Manchester City are…
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Sagi Muki is Tel Aviv’s hero on Grand Slam Day Two
On day two of the 2023 Tel Aviv Grand Slam, the crowd eagerly awaited the arrival of their local hero, former world champion, Sagi Muki. Muki was looking back to his best at a venue that’s been good to him and after a stunning semi-final victory, the crowd dared to believe. And the building couldn’t…
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Judo-loving Israel cheers the return of the World Tour
Just three months after Israel hosted the prestigious Masters’ tournament in Jerusalem, the World Judo Tour has returned to Tel Aviv, and was welcomed in typical fashion with a stadium full of judo-crazy fans eagerly anticipating each fight. Canadian rivalry At -57kgs, Jessica Klimkait finally secured victory over her teammate and rival Christa Deguchi in…
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What will happen to Qatar’s World Cup Stadiums?
It’s hard to believe it has been two months since the World Cup final took place in Qatar. The iconic player posters that lit up the city’s skyscrapers have all gone. The ticketing booths, Hayya Service Centres and other tournament help points have been replaced, and the pre-tournament look has returned to the country. And,…
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The Champions League returns: Who will be European champions in 2023?
It’s the prize that every club in Europe wants to win. It’s an indicator of the prominence of a football club across the continent. On February 14th, the Champions League returns for its knockout stages, and this year it is as wide open as ever as the competition begins to pick up the pace. Due…
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Paris Grand Slam Day 2: The king is back
The crowd at the 2023 Paris Grand Slam buzzed with excitement over the return of 10-time World Champion Teddy Riner. And IJF President Marius Vizer gave the Judo family more to celebrate by signing a contract with Kazakhstan Judo Federation President Kuanyshbek Yessekeev that will add Astana and Almaty to the World Judo Tour. A…
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The Iconic Paris Tournament delivers yet again!
Bercy Paris hosts one of the most iconic stops on the World Judo tour – it’s an event steeped in over 50 years of history – and Grand Slam Day One proved as thrilling as hoped for. Judo is energy, and IJF President Marius Vizer signed an agreement with Benjamin Lakatos, MET Group Chairman and…
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FIFA The Best: Who will be crowned the world’s best player?
In a world where thousands of professional football matches occur every year, contested by thousands of observable top-level players, they all have one shared desire: to be the best. ‘Who is the best player in the world?’ is an article headline or social media video title we’re now very accustomed to seeing. It is also…
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Grand Prix Portugal 2023: Portuguese Patricia Sampaio is the hero of the day
The city of Almada witnessed an incredible last day of the 2023 Portugal Grand Prix. The stadium was packed and ready to go, full of eager fans to watch the heavyweights put on a show. Under 90 kgs class In the under 90kg class, Bulgaria’s Ivaylo Ivanov defeated stalwart Krisztian Toth of Hungary. The two…
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