Cristina Cabana Perez Faces Off Against Ketleyn Quadros in Women's -63 kg Judo Elimination Round

On July 30, 2024, the Paris Olympics witnessed an exciting showdown in the Women's -63 kg Judo Elimination Round of 32 at the Champ-de-Mars Arena. This match featured two of the most talented judokas in the category: Cristina Cabana Perez from Spain and Ketleyn Quadros from Brazil.

Cristina Cabana Perez, ranked 26th in the world, entered the competition with a notable achievement, securing third place at the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam 2023. She weighed in at 62.3 kg and donned the white judogi for this critical bout.

On the opposing side, Ketleyn Quadros, ranked 25th globally, came into the match with an impressive record, having previously clinched first place at the Brasilia Grand Slam in 2019. Quadros weighed slightly more at 62.8 kg and represented Brazil in blue.

The contest began with an energetic atmosphere, and within the first minute, Quadros displayed her skills by scoring Waza-ari at 0:36. The momentum continued, and she achieved an Ippon at 1:23, ultimately dominating the match. The contest concluded with Quadros emerging victorious, while Cabana Perez was eliminated from the competition.

Referee Matthieu Bataille from France officiated this engaging bout, ensuring that the rules of Judo were upheld throughout the match. The event was part of a highly anticipated Judo schedule at the 2024 Olympics, showcasing the best athletes in the sport.

As the Olympics progress, all eyes will be on the next stages of the competition, where Quadros hopes to continue her success, representing not just her country but also the spirit of the Olympic Games, where skill, determination, and sportsmanship reign supreme.