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Four judokas earn first gold medals at Lima Grand Prix 2026

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 5:56 AM

Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Four judokas earn first gold medals at Lima Grand Prix 2026

Summary

On day two of the Lima Grand Prix 2026, Seiko Watanabe, Vlad Mitru, and Dena Pohl celebrated their first World Judo Tour gold medals in their respective weight classes. Watanabe won the -63kg category by scoring a last-minute yuko against Laura Vazquez Fernandez. Mitru claimed gold at -73kg with a decisive ippon victory over Jack Yonezuka. Pohl took the -70kg title with a waza-ari against Nauana Silva. In the -81kg division, David Lima secured a gold medal over Francois Gauthier Drapeau, maintaining an early yuko advantage. The event will continue with heavyweight competitions tomorrow.

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By the Numbers

•Watanabe wins -63kg gold with final-minute yuko.
•Mitru takes -73kg title with a compelling ippon.
•Pohl earns gold at -70kg with a waza-ari.
•Lima secures -81kg victory, holding yuko lead.
•Heavyweight competitions are scheduled for tomorrow.

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5:56 AMYahoo Sports — Lima Grand Prix 2026: Breakthrough victories on Day Two

What they're saying

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Day two in Lima brought more breakthrough moments. Seiko Watanabe, Vlad Mitru and Dena Pohl celebrated their first World Judo Tour gold medals, while David Lima topped the -81kg podium as another thrilling day of judo unfolded in Peru.
— Yahoo Sports

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