Moldovan athletes achieved outstanding results at the 1st European Ne-Waza Judo Championship, held on August 29–30, 2026, in Riga, Latvia. Organized by the European Judo Union, the tournament showcased ground fighting (Ne-Waza), one of judo’s most technical disciplines.
Key Results:
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Alexandru Moraru (Seniors, -66 kg) claimed the European title, winning the gold medal.
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Vadim Bunescu (Seniors, -66 kg) secured the bronze medal in the same division.
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Alexandru Tuzlucov delivered a remarkable double-bronze performance, reaching the podium in both the Junior (-66 kg) and Cadet (-73 kg) categories.
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Cornel Andrieș (Seniors, -81 kg) finished in a strong 7th place.
A historic start and a strong statement from Team Moldova on the continental stage!
