Catherine Beauchemin-Pinard Falls to Andreja Leski in Women's Judo -63 kg Quarterfinal

The Women's -63 kg Quarterfinal in Judo at the Paris 2024 Olympics showcased an intense battle between Canada’s Catherine Beauchemin-Pinard and Slovenia’s Andreja Leski on July 30, 2024. The match took place at the Champ-de-Mars Arena, Mat 2, and was filled with suspense and remarkable skill from both athletes.

Catherine Beauchemin-Pinard, a seasoned competitor ranked 2nd in the world, entered the match with impressive credentials, having secured a silver medal at the Tashkent World Championships in 2022. On the other hand, Andreja Leski, ranked 7th, was no novice either, boasting a silver from the World Judo Championships in Hungary in 2021.

As the contest began, both athletes fought fiercely, displaying their judo prowess. However, it was Leski who gained the upper hand. The match lasted for a total of 5 minutes and 49 seconds, culminating in a victory for Leski, who executed the winning technique, Yoko-shiho-gatame, at the 5:49 mark of the golden score period. The final count showed Leski earning 1 Waza-ari, compared to Beauchemin-Pinard's 2 penalties, leading to a result of 1-0 in favor of the Slovenian.

The match was officiated by Elizabeth Gonzalez from Mexico, ensuring that the contest adhered to the rules and regulations of judo. Despite the loss, Beauchemin-Pinard displayed remarkable composure and skill, and her future in the sport remains promising.

With this victory, Andreja Leski progressed to the semifinals, keeping her gold medal aspirations alive. Fans eagerly await the next stages of the tournament as the competition heats up in the women's judo events at the Paris 2024 Olympics.