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Japan off to strong start at World Judo Championships in Baku | Axios Times

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SportsOct 5, 2026, 8:22 AM

Japan off to strong start at World Judo Championships in Baku

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Japan opened the World Judo Championships in Baku with a gold medal from Wakana Koga in the women's 48kg and a bronze from Ryuju Nagayama in the men's 60kg. Competition continues in the remaining weight divisions in the days ahead.

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The World Judo Championships opened on Sunday in Baku, Azerbaijan, with competition beginning in the lighter weight categories.

In the women's 48kg division, Wakana Koga of Japan claimed the title, securing the country's first gold medal of this year's tournament.

On the same opening day, Koga's compatriot Ryuju Nagayama took bronze in the men's 60kg category.

The World Judo Championships in Baku continue with competition in the remaining weight categories over the coming days.

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