Five heavyweight judokas each won gold medals on Sunday to close the Dushanbe Grand Slam 2026 [1].
The conclusion of the heavyweight division marks the end of a high-stakes tournament in Tajikistan. These victories solidify the rankings for the athletes as they navigate the competitive international circuit.
The gold medalists included Mansur Lorsanov, Yelyzaveta Lytvynenko, Fuchun Huang, Asya Tavano, and Jakub Sordyl [1]. Each athlete secured a top spot in their respective heavyweight categories, ensuring a finish to the event [1].
The tournament concluded on May 3, 2026 [1]. Tajikistan hosted the event as part of the Grand Slam series, which serves as a primary venue for elite judokas to earn points and prestige. The event ended with these five athletes reaching the podium in the final stages of the competition [1].
Organizers said that Tajikistan signed off on another memorable edition of the Grand Slam [2]. The heavyweights provided the finale for the competition, capping off a series of matches that drew international attention to Dushanbe [2].
“Five heavyweight judokas each won gold medals”
The Dushanbe Grand Slam serves as a critical juncture for heavyweight judokas to establish dominance and secure necessary points for world rankings. By concluding the event with five distinct gold medalists, the tournament reinforces Tajikistan's growing role as a hub for international combat sports and high-level athletic competition.
