Yahor Varapayeu, Anna Monta Olek claim gold in Qingdao Grand Prix
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 3:33 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
The Qingdao Grand Prix concluded with impressive performances from judo's top contenders. Yahor Varapayeu secured gold in the -90kg division after a decisive yuko victory. World No.1 Anna Monta Olek earned her fourth Grand Prix title in the -78kg category with a waza-ari against Mizuki Sugimura. Adam Sangariev celebrated his first Grand Prix gold at -100kg by defeating Giovani Ferreira with an ippon. Elis Startseva won in the +78kg class and Tamerlan Bashaev clinched the +100kg title with an ippon, marking his return to the top after nearly three years. The event attracted a supportive crowd in Qingdao, as medals were awarded at a ceremony attended by notable officials.
- •Yahor Varapayeu wins gold at -90kg.
- •Anna Monta Olek claims fourth Grand Prix title at -78kg.
- •Adam Sangariev earns first Grand Prix gold at -100kg.
- •Elis Startseva and Tamerlan Bashaev secure gold medals in their respective categories.
- •The Qingdao Grand Prix concludes with strong audience support.
- 3:33 PMYahoo Sports — Heavyweights Deliver a Spectacular Finish in Qingdao
"The Qingdao Grand Prix ended in style as the heavyweights took centre stage. Yahor Varapayeu claimed gold at -90kg, world No.1 Anna Monta Olek won her fourth Grand Prix title, Adam Sangariev celebrated a maiden gold, Elis Startseva dominated +78kg, and Tamerlan Bashaev returned to the top.
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