Tasoev wins world gold Ivanova takes Baku bronze

Oct 10

The on-scene Baku judo report follows Inal Tasoev's victory over Ushangi Kokauri by ippon in the over-100-kilogram final, giving him a third world title and Russia's first gold at this championship. Tasoev describes his preparation and pride in hearing the anthem; Sergei Soloveychik praises him, his coaches and supporters. Fans describe the heavyweight competition. The report separately shows Maria Ivanova's bronze-medal win over Asya Tavano by ippon and carries her response about quick victories and preparation. It explains the championship's Olympic-ranking significance, shows Baku tourist scenes, and recaps Russia's individual-event medals, including earlier bronzes, before previewing the next day's team competition. The retrospective medal recap is not evidence that all those bouts occurred that day.

Inal Tasoev defeats Ushangi Kokauri by ippon in Baku's over-100-kilogram world-championship final, becoming a three-time world champion and earning Russia's first gold at this edition. Vremya's on-scene report includes his account of preparation, Soloveychik's reaction, supporters and the medal ceremony. The report also explains the competition's Olympic-ranking significance.