Sarah Leonie Cysique Triumphs in Women's -57 kg Judo Quarterfinal at Paris 2024

On July 29, 2024, the Women's -57 kg Quarterfinal in Judo at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games showcased an electrifying contest between Sarah Leonie Cysique of France and Haruka Funakubo of Japan at the prestigious Champ-de-Mars Arena.

The match began with both athletes displaying exceptional skill and determination. Cysique, weighing in at 56.7 kg and ranked 5th in the world, quickly took control of the bout. In just 8 seconds, she executed a perfect IPP, earning her the victory with a score of 10 points. This remarkable performance not only underscored her prowess as a judoka but also marked her advancement to the semifinals of the competition.

Cysique, who won a silver medal at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, continues to build on her impressive track record with this latest triumph. Meanwhile, Funakubo, despite her valiant efforts and holding a world rank of 6th, was unable to score against Cysique, finishing this quarterfinal without any points.

The match was officiated by Vladimer Nutsubidze from Georgia, ensuring the bout was conducted fairly and within the rules of judo. With the victory, Cysique has set her sights on the gold medal, hoping to bring home the ultimate prize for France.

As the competition progresses, all eyes will be on Cysique as she prepares for the semifinals, where she will face even tougher opponents in her quest for Olympic glory.