Meerim Jumanazarova Wins First Medal Since Paris Olympics

Meerim Jumanazarova wins first medal since Paris Olympics

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Judo Jo Wins Silver In Paris

Share Post Share Email A Yeovil-based nurse who has just been awarded a silver medal at the Veterans’ World Judo Championships in Paris has credited her coach, her best friend and “wonderfully supportive colleagues” for enabling her to achieve her success. Fifty-five-year-old Jo Gregory, who works on the nursing team at specialist care home Chestnut Lodge in Yeovil, started doing judo at the relatively late age…

From Scoliosis Surgery to 2nd Dan – Sasha Foxon’s Judo Journey - British Judo Association

At British Judo, we are proud to share the stories of members whose journeys reflect the resilience and spirit of our sport. Few embody that more than Sasha Foxon, a judoka from Patchway Judo Club, whose path has been defined by overcoming extraordinary challenges. At just 15 years old, Sasha’s world was turned upside down when she was diagnosed with scoliosis. Her spine was curved in three different places and worsening rapidly, leaving her wit…