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<h1>Italy's 14 Judo Stars Shine in Guadalajara: Meet the Azzurri</h1>
<div itemprop="datePublished">October 16, 2025</div>
<h2>Italy sends 14 judokas to Guadalajara</h2>
<p>After the emotional event in Lima, the International Judo Federation (IJF) World Tour heads north to Guadalajara, Mexico. Italy will be represented by a strong contingent of 14 judokas, eager to leave their mark in an event featuring 235 athletes from 34 nations. The Italian delegation includes:</p>
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<li>Women: Kenya Perna (-52 kg), Raffaella Lelia Ciano and Carlotta Avanzato (-63 kg), Giorgia Stangherlin and Martina Esposito (-70 kg), Erica Simonetti (+78 kg)</li>
<li>Men: Andrea Carlino (-60 kg), Elio Manzi (-66 kg), Leonardo Valeriani (-73 kg), Leonardo Casaglia and Vincenzo Pelligra (-81 kg), Christian Parlati (-81 kg), Enrico Bergamelli and Gennaro Pirelli (-100 kg)</li>
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<h2>The Competition Schedule</h2>
<p>Here's the competition schedule for the Guadalajara event:</p>
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<li>Friday: -48 kg, -52 kg, -57 kg; -60 kg, -66 kg</li>
<li>Saturday: -63 kg, -70 kg; -73 kg, -81 kg</li>
<li>Sunday: -78 kg, +78 kg; -90 kg, -100 kg, +100 kg</li>
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<h2>How to Watch</h2>
<p>You can watch all the action live on the <a href="http://judo.tv" target="_blank">judo.tv</a> platform.</p>
<h2>Italy's Judo History in Mexico</h2>
<p>Mexico has hosted high-caliber judo events in the past, including the World Judo Masters in 2016. In that event, Italian judoka Odette Giuffrida secured a bronze medal before her Olympic feat in Rio.</p>
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<h2>Did You Know?</h2>
<p>Guadalajara is Mexico's second-largest city and is known for its rich cultural heritage, making it an ideal host for international sporting events like the IJF World Tour.</p>
<h2>Pro Tips for Watching Judo in Guadalajara</h2>
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<li>Familiarize yourself with the rules to better understand and enjoy the competition.</li>
<li>Keep an eye on the Italian judokas and root for the Azzurri!</li>
<li>Check the schedule to catch all the action from your favorite weight classes.</li>
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<h2>Join the Conversation</h2>
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