Judo Grand Slam Kazakhstan 2025

Judo Grand Slam Kazakhstan 2025: Key Facts and Players

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Highlights from the article:

• Judo Grand Slam Kazakhstan 2025 will take place in Astana, Kazakhstan.
• Key Players to watch for:
  • Takanori Nagase (Japan): Reigning Olympic champion, returning after Paris 2024 gold and seeking his eighth Grand Slam title.
  • Joonhwan Lee (South Korea): Olympic bronze medallist;, with a 2-1 head-to-head record against Nagase.
  • Beatriz Souza (Brazil): Heavyweight Olympic champion eyeing the world title, her last major rehearsal before the big event.
  • Jack Yonezuka (USA): Continental champion, aiming for his first Grand Slam medal and potentially, a title.
  • Denis Vieru (Moldova): Olympic bronze medallist in the -66kg category, making his Grand Slam debut in the heavier division.
  • Abiba Abuzhakynova (Kazakhstan): Nation’s star, three-time world medallist, and nine-time Grand Slam podium finisher.
• Schedule and Where to Watch details to be announced soon.

Subheadings

1. Nagase Returns to the Scene of His 2016 World Championship Triumph
2. Lee Seeks Revenge for Paris Loss
3. Souza’s Grand Slam Dress Rehearsal
4. Yonezuka Hunts First Grand Slam Medal
5. Vieru’s Debut in the Heavier Division
6. Abuzhakynova: Kazakhstan’s Gold Medal Hope

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