Baasankhuu Bavuudorj Triumphs in Women's Judo -48 kg Elimination Round

In a thrilling contest at the Paris 2024 Olympics, Mongolian judoka Baasankhuu Bavuudorj showcased her skill and determination by winning the Women's -48 kg Elimination Round of 32 against Malta's Katryna Esposito. The match took place on July 27, 2024, at the iconic Champ-de-Mars Arena, where the atmosphere was electric with anticipation.

Bavuudorj, ranked 2nd in the world, demonstrated her prowess early in the match, quickly scoring a Waza-ari with a well-executed technique just 47 seconds into the contest. Esposito, though ranked lower at 55, fought valiantly, but Bavuudorj's aggressive strategy kept her on the offensive.

The match continued with Bavuudorj maintaining control, accumulating points and managing to score an Ippon with just over three minutes left on the clock. Despite facing penalties, Bavuudorj's lead was unassailable as she concluded the match with a total score of 10 to Esposito's 0, thus progressing to the next round.

This victory not only highlights Bavuudorj's talent but also adds to her impressive track record, having recently secured first place at the Abu Dhabi World Championships. As she moves forward in the tournament, all eyes will be on this rising star from Mongolia, with hopes high for her medal contention in the upcoming rounds.