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Japan claimed two more gold medals Tuesday at the World Judo Championships in Baku, with Ryuga Tanaka winning the men's 73kg title and Akari Omori taking gold in the women's 57kg category. The wins continue Japan's strong run at this year's tournament.
Japanese judo siblings Hifumi and Uta Abe both won world championship titles on a demanding day of competition in Baku. Their victories underscore the strength of Japanese judo internationally. Full details of the finals were not immediately available.
South Korea fell short of its target of 40-45 gold medals at the Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, and instead of closing the gap with Japan in the medal standings, saw it widen. The Games also featured a historic first for Sri Lanka, as former cricketer Pathirage won javelin gold.
An Iranian cardiologist has won a gold medal at the World Invention Exhibition in Switzerland for a high-value medical innovation. The award highlights Iran's growing medical research capabilities and opens doors for international collaboration in cardiology.
A young Iranian weightlifter captured all three gold medals in his events at the Asian Youth Weightlifting Championships, showcasing exceptional skill and reinforcing Iran's strength in the sport. His performance earned widespread acclaim and sets the stage for future international success.
Japan will host the Asian Games for the first time in 32 years, with a record delegation of about 930 athletes aiming to beat its previous best of 78 gold medals. The summer Games present a key opportunity for Japan to showcase its sporting strength at the continental level.
An Iranian female weightlifter won gold at the Asian Youth Weightlifting Championships after an impressive performance. The victory highlights her individual talent and brings pride to Iranian sports, with hopes for future international success.
On the opening day of the 2025 Asian U17 Wrestling Championships, Iran won one gold and one bronze medal, starting the event impressively. In the 45kg category, an Iranian wrestler claimed gold with a dominant final performance, while another secured bronze. The results highlight the skill and poise of Iran's young athletes as the tournament progresses.
Iranian weightlifter Yousefi won gold and set a new world record in the snatch at the 2024 Asian Weightlifting Championships. He lifted 185 kg in the snatch, breaking the previous record of 184 kg. This victory marks Iran's first gold in the men's 81kg category since 2018.
