Former Olympic judo champion Satoshi Ishii believes the rule changes in judo that eliminated leg grabs and double leg takedowns were politically motivated to benefit certain athletes and organizations. In…
In the world of sumo wrestling, where massive bodies collide in fierce competition, one unlikely champion emerged from the Czech Republic to defy expectations. Pavel Bojar, known in Japan as…
The International Judo Federation (IJF) is set to implement significant changes to the sport’s Olympic ruleset following the 2024 Paris Games. Florin Daniel Lascau, the IJF’s head refereeing director, revealed…
The All Japan Judo Federation (AJF) has shaken up the competitive judo scene by reinstating a long-debated rule, known as “Ashitori” or foot-grabbing, in the All Japan Judo Championships. This…
Born in 1995 on American soil, Romero’s path to boxing success was paved by his father’s determination and sacrifice. Rolando Romero Sr., a three-time national amateur boxing champion in…
In a recent podcast episode, the Valente Brothers, provided a comparison between Jigoro Kano, the founder of Judo, and Helio Gracie, a key figure in the development of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.…
Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze has awarded a substantial monetary prize to two of the country’s UFC champions, Merab Dvalishvili and Ilia Topuria. Each UFC champion will receive one million…
In a candid discussion about the differences between judo and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu , Olympic judoka Travis Stevens shed light on the unique aspects of each martial art and their respective…
A sports scientist and judo coach is advocating for a novel approach to prevent injuries from falls among older adults: teaching them judo-inspired techniques for falling safely. Dr. Katrina McDonald,…
In a revealing interview ahead of the 2024 Olympics, judo legend Teddy Riner emphasized the critical importance of mental preparation for elite athletes. The French heavyweight, who has since secured…
