«Today I found out on my Instagram that many offensive comments are being written by Uzbeks on my opponent Uta Abe’s profile. I ask all fans to show deep respect for everyone, regardless of who they are! This is sport, this is the force that unites us! We are all a judo family. Please, stop! I believe that the most important thing judo teaches people is respect!!!» wrote Diyora Keldiyorova.

Uta Abe had been undefeated for the past five years. After losing to Keldiyorova, the 24-year-old athlete burst into tears and remained lying on the mats with her face buried. Upon standing up, she continued to cry uncontrollably, while her coach did everything possible to console her. Abe’s last defeat was 47 victories ago, in November 2019, when she lost to Amandine Buchard of France.

The athlete also added that Keldiyorova demonstrated excellent technique. «I was confused, unable to react,» noted Abe.

The head coach of the Japanese women’s judo team, Katsuyuki Masuchi, acknowledged that the opponent outsmarted Uta. «In the 52 kg weight category, there are so many good judokas. She [Keldiyorova] is very fast. I knew the competition would be tough, but I expected Uta to find a way to win, as she always does,» said the head coach.

This incident highlights how important it is to maintain respect in sports. Sport is not just about competitions and victories, but also about mutual respect and support. Offensive comments and negative statements contradict the spirit of the sports community and only worsen the situation. Let us remember this and support our athletes in a respectful manner.

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Сообщение Please, Stop! Diyora Keldiyorova Urges Uzbek Fans to Cease Insulting Japanese Judoka Uta Abe появились сначала на Vaib.uz.

She started the competition with a victory over the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics champion in the 52 kg weight category and concluded her participation by defeating another Olympic champion in the 48 kg weight category. Keldiyorova also defeated the winner of the mixed team program in the semifinals.

A significant contribution to Keldiyorova’s championship was made by her coach Marko Spitka. The bronze medalist of the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta won the Olympic Games today together with his trainee from Uzbekistan.

After the historic victory, the President of Uzbekistan called Diyora. The head of state warmly congratulated our athlete on this historic victory and expressed gratitude to her parents and coaches.

Moreover, this event was commented on by the President’s assistant, Saida Mirziyoyeva:

«Today, all of Uzbekistan and I are filled with joy – the first gold medal at the Paris Olympics! The first ‘gold’ won by our female athletes at the Summer Olympic Games, and the first gold medal in the history of Uzbekistan in judo! The brilliant victory of Diyora Keldiyorova, her triumph, is a motivation for many girls who diligently train in sports sections and dream of the highest achievements! Diyora, the whole country is proud of you!» she noted in her Telegram channel.

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Сообщение Diyora Keldiyorova won the first gold medal for Uzbekistan at the Paris Olympics появились сначала на Vaib.uz.