John Jayne Eliminated in Men -90 kg Judo Elimination Round of 16

In a thrilling match at the Paris 2024 Olympics, the Men -90 kg Elimination Round of 16 saw John Jayne from the United States face off against Juyeop Han from South Korea. The contest took place on July 31, 2024, at the Champ-de-Mars Arena, where both athletes displayed impressive skills and determination.

Jayne, competing in the white judogi, weighed in at 89.8 kg and was ranked 32nd in the world. He had a strong showing earlier in the season, securing a second-place finish at the Panamerican and Oceania Championships. However, in this elimination round, Jayne struggled against Han, who was wearing a blue judogi and weighed 89.9 kg, with a world ranking of 24.

The match began with both athletes cautiously sizing each other up. However, as the contest progressed, Han found an opening and executed a remarkable Seoi-nage technique, earning a Waza-ari point at 3:58 minutes into the match. Despite Jayne’s efforts to recover, he accumulated penalties that ultimately led to his defeat.

The match concluded with Han advancing to the quarter-finals, while Jayne faced elimination from the competition. The referee for the match was Elizabeth Gonzalez from Mexico, ensuring the rules were upheld throughout the contest.

This round showcased the incredible talent and competition level at the Paris 2024 Olympics, with Han looking to continue his momentum in the upcoming rounds. Fans are eager to see how he performs next as he aims for a medal in the Men's -90 kg judo category.