| Date | 23.07.2025 |
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| Time | 16:00 |
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Judo is a traditional Japanese martial art which relies on core strength, and the person who dominates the grip is usually in the best position to dominate the fight. An ‘ippon’ move will win any bout, usually when a judoka throws their opponent to the mat or immobilises them with a long grappling hold. Derived from the jiu-jitsu hand-to-hand combat technique used by samurai warriors, Judo is based on a philosophical principle of maximising efficiency and minimising effort. But don’t be fooled by the English translation of the Japanese name; ‘judo’ is anything but the ‘gentle way’. The world’s best student-athletes will show you why at the Messe Essen.