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About Judo

History of Judo
Developed by Jigoro Kano in the late 19th century, Judo blends traditional Japanese martial arts with modern principles of sportsmanship and physical education. The word "Judo" translates to "gentle way," emphasizing the principle of using an opponent's strength and momentum against them rather than relying solely on brute force. It accentuates throws, pins, and submission techniques.
How is Judo Played?
Judo competitions feature judokas (practitioners of Judo) competing individually within weight categories. Matches take place on a mat (tatami), where competitors strive to score points through throws (nage-waza), pins (osaekomi-waza), and submissions (shime-waza and kansetsu-waza). The objective is to either throw the opponent onto their back with force and control, pin them to the mat for a specified time, or force a submission through joint locks or strangleholds.
Success in Judo hinges on technical proficiency, timing, and precision. Judokas employ a wide array of techniques, ranging from traditional throws like ippon seoi nage (shoulder throw) to ground techniques such as juji-gatame (cross arm lock). Mastery of these techniques requires years of dedicated practice and refinement.
Famous Players of Judo
Famous judokas include Tadahiro Nomura, the only judoka to win three Olympic gold medals, and Ryoko Tani, a multiple Olympic and World Champion.
Judo in India
Judo is widely practiced in India, with a robust domestic competition scene. The Judo Federation of India promotes and organizes the sport nationwide.
India’s Major International Achievements in Judo
India has won several medals in judo at the Asian Games and Commonwealth Games. India made its debut in international judo at the 1986 Seoul Asian Games, winning three bronze medals in the sport's first appearance at the Games. India first competed in judo at the Olympics during the 1992 Barcelona Games and has participated in every edition of the quadrennial event since then.

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