In the video below, the current rules of Judo are explained by IJF’s Neil Adams.
Monthly Archives: August 2016
2016 Rio Olympic Games Judo Summary
The 2016 Rio Olympic Games are still in progress, as of this writing, but the Judo matches have come to an end. Kayla Harrison from the U.S.A. received a gold medal in the Women’s 78 kg weight category. She is the epitome of Judo. Kayla has a great work ethic and a drive that made her a top Judoka. The other medalist is Travis Stevens, who competed in the Men’s 81 kg category and earned a Silver medal.
Congratulations to all of the other athletes who represented the United States in Judo.
Weight Category | Name | Number of Contests | Won | Lost | Final Result (Rank) |
Women -52 kg | Angelica Delgado | 1 | 0 | 1 | 17 |
Women -57 kg | Marti Malloy | 1 | 0 | 1 | 9 |
Women -78 kg | Kayla Harrison | 4 | 4 | 0 | Gold |
Men -73 kg | Nicholas Delpopolo | 4 | 2 | 2 | 7 |
Men -81 kg | Travis Stevens | 5 | 4 | 1 | Silver |
Men -90 kg | Colton Brown | 2 | 1 | 1 | 9 |