Abu Dhabi Grand Slam 2026: Historic Firsts for Morocco and Moldova
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On day two of the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam, Angelika Szymanska, Hassan Doukkali, Tais Pina, and Petru Pelivan each claimed gold. The event marked a milestone as Morocco and Moldova secured their first Grand Slam titles. These wins highlight the growing global reach of judo, with new nations breaking through at the highest level of the sport.
Which emerging judo nation do you think will surprise next on the Grand Slam circuit?
