Tara Babulfath Triumphs Over Abiba Abuzhakynova in Women's -48 kg Bronze Medal Contest

On July 27, 2024, the Women's -48 kg contest for the bronze medal took place in the Champ-de-Mars Arena during the Paris 2024 Olympics. The match featured two talented judokas: Tara Babulfath from Sweden and Abiba Abuzhakynova from Kazakhstan.

The contest began at 16:54 local time and lasted for 3 minutes and 24 seconds, culminating in a decisive victory for Babulfath. The first penalty was awarded to Babulfath at the 40-second mark, followed by a penalty for Abuzhakynova at 1:20. The match reached its climax when Babulfath executed a beautiful Kuzure-kesa-gatame technique, scoring an Ippon and securing her place on the podium.

Babulfath, who weighed in at 47.7 kg and was ranked 18th in the world, showcased her exceptional skills throughout the competition. She had previously won the gold medal at the Baku Grand Slam 2024, further establishing her as a formidable competitor in the judo world.

In contrast, Abuzhakynova, weighing 47.9 kg and ranked 3rd globally, had an impressive track record, having secured a bronze medal at the Tashkent World Championships in 2022. Despite her experience and previous accolades, she was unable to overcome Babulfath's prowess in this crucial match.

The match was officiated by Raul Camacho Perez from Spain, ensuring a fair and competitive environment. With this victory, Tara Babulfath not only earned a bronze medal but also solidified her reputation as one of the rising stars in women's judo.