Judo 2026 World Championships: Koga and Yusifov Strike Gold on Opening Day in Baku

Wakana Koga claimed her first world title at -48kg, defeating Assunta Scutto in the final. At -60kg, home favourite Ahmad Yusifov came from behind to beat Sherzod Davlatov, sending the Baku crowd into celebration on an unforgettable opening day.

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Judo 2026 World Championships: Koga and Yusifov Strike Gold on Opening Day in Baku

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