Italy's Assunta Scutto Dominates in Women's Judo -48kg Elimination Round

In a thrilling showcase of skill and determination, Assunta Scutto from Italy emerged victorious in the Women -48 kg Elimination Round of 16 during the Paris 2024 Olympics. Scheduled at the iconic Champ-de-Mars Arena on July 27, 2024, this match highlighted the competitive spirit of judo as Scutto faced off against Maria Celia Laborde from the USA.

Scutto, who weighs in at 47.8 kg and holds the world rank of 1, displayed exceptional technique throughout the bout. The match lasted 3 minutes and 23 seconds and ended with Scutto executing a successful 'Kuzure-kesa-gatame' technique, ensuring her advancement to the quarter-finals.

The bout began with an intense atmosphere, both athletes demonstrating their prowess. Scutto received a penalty at 2:26 but quickly regained her composure, ultimately securing an 'IPP' victory over Laborde, who weighed 47.4 kg and ranked 11th in the world.

With this win, Scutto continues to build on her impressive track record, having recently secured second place at the Abu Dhabi World Championships 2024. As she moves forward in the competition, all eyes will be on her as she aims for Olympic gold.

The match was officiated by Ofer Ben Zvi from Israel, ensuring a fair and well-regulated contest. The event, now concluded, adds another exciting chapter to the Olympic judo narrative, showcasing not only the athletes' skills but also the spirit of sportsmanship that defines the Games.