France Triumphs Over Italy in Judo Mixed Team Semifinal at the 2024 Olympics

The stage was set at the Champ-de-Mars Arena for an exhilarating Mixed Team Semifinal in Judo on August 3, 2024, where France faced off against Italy. The atmosphere was electric as the teams prepared to battle it out for a place in the finals.

In the first match, Sarah Leonie Cysique of France claimed a decisive victory over Italy's competitor, demonstrating impressive skill and strategy. Following her lead, Marie Eve Gahie continued France’s momentum with another solid win, putting the French team ahead 2-0.

Romane Dicko further solidified France's dominance by winning her match, bringing the score to 3-0. However, Italy's Manuel Lombardo managed to snatch a point back in the next contest, showing resilience and determination, making the score 3-1.

As the competition progressed, Teddy Riner, a renowned judoka, faced a tough opponent in Italy's Christian Parlati but managed to secure a point for France, pushing the score to 4-1. Despite Italy's efforts, including a strong performance from Odette Giuffrida, they could not overcome the French lead.

In a thrilling conclusion, France emerged victorious with a final score of 4-1, securing their place in the finals of the Mixed Team event. This victory not only highlights the strength of the French Judo team but also sets the stage for an exciting final showdown.

Stay tuned as France prepares to compete for the gold medal in the upcoming finals!