Narumi Tanioka wins golden score final at Qingdao Grand Prix
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 3:54 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Day two of the Qingdao Grand Prix featured significant judo action, with Narumi Tanioka prevailing in a thrilling golden score final against Jisu Kim to claim gold in the -63kg category. Tatsuki Ishihara earned his first Grand Prix gold in the -73kg event. Lara Cvjetko defended her title in the -70kg class, marking her second consecutive win in Qingdao. Zelim Tckaev capped off the day by securing gold at -81kg with two decisive waza-ari throws. The event continues tomorrow with heavyweight competitions scheduled.
- •Tanioka wins -63kg final in golden score against Kim.
- •Ishihara claims first Grand Prix gold at -73kg.
- •Cvjetko defends her -70kg title, securing fifth Grand Prix gold.
- •Tckaev finishes strong with gold in the -81kg category.
- •Competition to continue with heavyweight events tomorrow.
- 3:54 PMYahoo Sports — Golden Score Drama and New Champions in Qingdao
"Day two of the Qingdao Grand Prix delivered world-class judo, with Narumi Tanioka winning a thrilling golden score final, Tatsuki Ishihara claiming his first Grand Prix gold, Lara Cvjetko defending her Qingdao crown, and Zelim Tckaev finishing the day in style at -81kg.
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