Francisco Garrigos Triumphs in Men's -60 kg Judo Elimination Round at Paris 2024

In the highly anticipated Men's -60 kg Elimination Round of 16 at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, Spanish judoka Francisco Garrigos showcased his exceptional skills, defeating Belgium's Jorre Verstraeten. The match, held on July 27, 2024, at the Champ-de-Mars Arena, saw Garrigos assert his dominance with a stellar performance that led him to victory in just 6 minutes and 57 seconds.

Garrigos, who came into the competition ranked 5th in the world, demonstrated his prowess with a variety of techniques. He executed a brilliant Sumi-gaeshi, earning a Waza-ari point that ultimately contributed to his success. Throughout the match, he managed to outmaneuver Verstraeten, who is ranked 19th globally, securing two points through penalties against his opponent.

The contest was marked by a series of strategic exchanges, with Garrigos taking the lead early on. Verstraeten tried to counter with his own techniques but was unable to overcome Garrigos's tactical superiority. The match concluded with Garrigos advancing to the quarter-finals, while Verstraeten was eliminated.

With this victory, Garrigos not only moves forward in the tournament but also continues to build on his impressive track record, which includes a gold medal at the World Judo Championships in Doha 2023. Fans and analysts alike are now eagerly anticipating his next match as he aims for Olympic glory in Paris.