Oumaima Bedioui Triumphs in Women's Judo -48 kg Elimination at Paris 2024

In a gripping contest at the Paris 2024 Olympics, Oumaima Bedioui from Tunisia showcased her exceptional judo skills in the Women -48 kg Elimination Round of 32. The match took place on July 27, 2024, at the prestigious Champ-de-Mars Arena, where Bedioui faced off against Vietnam's Thi Tinh Hoang.

The bout commenced at 10:36 AM local time and concluded just a few minutes later, at 10:42 AM, after a total duration of four minutes. Bedioui, who weighed in at 47.7 kg and held a world ranking of 38, quickly took control of the match. She executed a successful Kata-guruma technique, earning her a Waza-ari (WAZ) at just 50 seconds into the contest, establishing an early lead.

As the match progressed, Bedioui maintained her dominance, and despite Hoang's best efforts, she was ultimately unable to overcome the Tunisian judoka. Bedioui secured a decisive victory, winning the match with a score of 1 point to 0. Hoang, who competed at 47.6 kg and ranked 86 in the world, was eliminated from the tournament, but not without a solid effort.

The referee for this intense showdown was Guangyue Zhang from China, ensuring that the match adhered to all judo regulations. Bedioui's victory not only propels her into the next round but also highlights her impressive performance, which included a notable victory at the African Senior Championships in 2021 where she secured first place.

As the Paris 2024 Olympics unfold, Bedioui's prowess in judo promises to be a storyline to watch in the coming days, as she aims to continue her journey toward Olympic glory.