Inbar Lanir Triumphs in Women’s -78 kg Judo Quarterfinals at Paris 2024

In an electrifying quarterfinal match at the Judo event of the Paris 2024 Olympics, Inbar Lanir from Israel showcased her exceptional skill and determination against Guusje Steenhuis of the Netherlands. The match took place at the iconic Champ-de-Mars Arena on August 1, 2024, with both athletes vying for a coveted place in the semifinals of the Women’s -78 kg category.

Lanir, who entered the match ranked 3rd in the world, demonstrated her prowess with a remarkable performance. With a bodyweight of 77.7 kg, she faced Steenhuis, who weighed in at 77.8 kg and held the 8th world ranking. The contest started at 11:42 AM local time and concluded just 23 seconds later, with Lanir executing a flawless Ude-hishigi-ude-gatame technique, earning her the decisive Ippon victory.

Steenhuis, a formidable opponent and a silver medalist from the 2018 World Championships in Baku, was unable to score against Lanir, who clinched the win with a comprehensive display of judo. The victory not only propelled Lanir into the semifinals but also highlighted her status as a top contender for the gold medal.

The match was officiated by Raul Camacho Perez from Spain, and it took place on Mat 2 at the Champ-de-Mars Arena, which has become a historic venue for judo competitions at this year's Olympics.

As the competition progresses, all eyes will be on Inbar Lanir as she aims to continue her impressive run and bring home a medal for Israel. Her performance in the quarterfinals has certainly set the stage for what promises to be an exciting semifinal matchup.