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In pictures: Oiled up fighters clash in Turkish wrestling championship

The ancient sport, dating back to the 14th century, features wrestlers covered in olive oil grappling on a grass arena.

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Watch: The Qatari pro wrestler bodyslam his opponents with style

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"Classy Ali" is Ali Al Majid's alter ego. The self-proclaimed 'bad guy' character loves being heckled by the crowd.

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Judo World Championship: Heavyweights take Abu Dhabi by storm

All the latest developments on the final day of the 2024 Abu Dhabi World Championships.

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Judo World Championships day 4: three more World Champions

All the latest developments on the 2024 Abu Dhabi World Judo Championships.

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Judo World Championships: third World Title for Grigalashvili

All the latest developments on day three of the 2024 Abu Dhabi World Judo Championships.

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2024 World Judo Championships under way at Mubadala Arena

The IJF World Judo Tour has arrived in the United Arab Emirates for the eagerly anticipated 2024 edition of the World Championships, and a chance for the names of the world's greatest judoka to be written into the history books.

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German men test strength in annual finger wrestling championship

In a small Bavarian village, more than 150 guys risked their fingers for a chance at glory in Germany's wacky finger wrestling championship.

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Judo Grand Slam day one: a golden start for Kazakhstan

All the latest developments on the Judo Grand Slam Astana 2024.

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Thrilling finale in Antalya

The air was electric and fans were kept on the edge of their seats as the Antalya Grand Slam came to a close

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Beautiful Judo In Antalya

Welcome back for day two of the Judo Grand Slam in Antalya!

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Turkey Welcomes Judo To Antalya

Today marks the start of this highly anticipated Judo Grand Slam amidst this country's rich history, a nation renowned for its vibrant culture and scenic beauty.

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Final day of Tbilisi Grand Slam remembers Georgian judo legend

Georgian judo legend Varlam LIPARTELIANI was celebrated at the final day of the competition.

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World Judo Tour day 2: farewell to a Georgian legend

Before the final a trophy was awarded to Avtandili Tchrikishvili for his incredible career.

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Georgia wins gold at first day of Judo Grand Slam in Tbilisi

Eteri Liparteliani made it took on former world champion Jessica Klimkait in the final to bring home the gold medal.

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The Judo Family Celebrates International Women’s Day

Welcome to the Upper Austria Judo Grand Prix, where the spirit of competition meets the splendor of nature. The judo world turns its attention here for the next leg of the world judo tour!

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Golden Finish for Uzbekistan

The crowd inside the Humo arena were ready for action, and the packed out stadium got exactly what they wanted.

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Lombardo and Agbegnenou shine in Tashkent

We’re in the capital of Uzbekistan for the second day of the Tashkent Grand Slam.

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Azerbaijan finishes on top

Day three of the Baku Grand Slam supplied yet another incredible display of judo in the Azeri capital.

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Riner triumphs yet again

We’re back for the third and final day of the illustrious 50th edition of the iconic Paris Grand Slam.

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Agbegnenou proves too strong on home soil

Welcome back to the illustrious 50th Paris Grand Slam, where the best judoka in the world are competing for glory.