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2022 Abu Dhabi Grand Slam Day 3: time for the heavyweights

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As the sun rose on the third day of the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam, the heavyweights of judo were ready for action. Masters’ champions, World Medallists and Olympic Champions were among today’s experienced judoka.The Georgian world number 4, Beka Gviniashvili, had a great day in the -90kg category and displayed excellent judo on his way to final.

There, he faced French newcomer Loris Tassier, who was fighting for the first time in a grand slam final. Gviniashvili capitalised on his opponent's mistake to throw for a waza-ari straight into a hold down, earning his 27th World Judo Tour medal.

This was followed by a great moment of friendship with the French youngster, true judo values on display.UAE Wrestling and Judo Federation President His Excellency Mohammed Bin Thaaloob Al Derie awarded the medals.In the -78kg Ma Zhenzhao made a huge statement for China on the World Judo Tour.

During the day Ma kept on defeating the world's best in the -78kg category. In the final she defeated 2017 Abu Dhabi Grand Slam winner Natalie Powell of Great Britain with a beautiful tani-otoshi, celebrating her first grand slam title.The -78kg medals were awarded by IJF General Treasurer Mr Naser Al Tamimi.At -100kg World Silver medallist Kyle Reyes faced the experienced Nikoloz Sherazadishvili.

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