Rika Takayama Triumphs in Women's -78 kg Judo Elimination Round
Machina Sports
On August 1, 2024, the Women's -78 kg Elimination Round of 16 witnessed an intense showdown between Japan's Rika Takayama and Uzbekistan's Iriskhon Kurbanbaeva at the Champ-de-Mars Arena, Mat 2. Takayama, ranked 9th in the world, showcased her exceptional skills and determination, winning the match in just 48 seconds with a decisive Ippon using the Kami-shiho-gatame technique. Her impressive performance not only secured her a spot in the quarter-finals but also reaffirmed her status as a top contender in the tournament, having previously clinched first place at the Ekaterinburg Grand Slam in 2018. Kurbanbaeva, despite her best efforts, could not overcome Takayama's prowess and was eliminated from the competition. This thrilling match highlighted the high stakes and competitive spirit of the Olympics, as athletes from around the world vie for glory and recognition on the grand stage of judo.
- Judo
- Women -78 kg Elimination Round of 16
- Rika Takayama
- Iriskhon Kurbanbaeva
- Japan
- Uzbekistan
- Judo
- Olympics
- 2024
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