Maysa Pardayeva Triumphs in Women's Judo -57 kg Elimination Round at Paris 2024

In the Women's -57 kg Elimination Round of 32 at the Paris 2024 Olympics, Maysa Pardayeva of Turkmenistan faced off against Qi Cai from China in an intense contest held at the Champ-de-Mars Arena. The match began at 10:54 AM local time and drew significant attention as both athletes aimed for a spot in the next round.

Pardayeva, who weighed in at 56.6 kg and was ranked 19th in the world, displayed remarkable agility and skill. The contest lasted for 2 minutes and 46 seconds, and it was during this time that she executed a Kuzure-kami-shiho-gatame technique that led to her victory. The final result saw her winning by IPP, which reflects her dominance in the bout.

On the other side, Qi Cai, weighing 56.7 kg and ranked 22nd globally, put up a strong fight but ultimately fell to Pardayeva's tactical prowess. Cai had previously secured a third place finish at the Qazaqstan Barysy Grand Slam 2023, making her a formidable opponent. However, she was unable to capitalize on her experience in this match.

The official referee for this match was Veli-Matti Karinkanta from Finland, who ensured the contest was conducted fairly. The atmosphere in the Champ-de-Mars Arena was electric, with fans cheering for their respective athletes.

Maysa Pardayeva's victory not only advances her in the competition but also highlights the growing prominence of judo in Turkmenistan, a nation that continues to nurture talent in this sport. As the Olympics proceed, all eyes will be on her as she prepares for the next rounds, hoping to bring home a medal for her country.