Kunshan, China – October
From October 5 to 6, 2026, the 2026 “One City, One Dojo” National Judo City League Finals and National Dojo & Club Judo Championships were held in Chongqing. Following a strong performance at the Changsha leg in September, six student-athletes from the Duke Kunshan University Judo Varsity Team qualified to compete on this national stage.
The DKU Judo Team poses for a group photo
The finals marked the culmination of a full season of national-level events. The “One City, One Dojo” National Judo City League is one of the Chinese Judo Association’s major mass-participation judo events, with broad national reach and participation. This year’s finals brought together 472 athletes from 65 teams, all of whom qualified through six regional legs held throughout the year.
Judo Team members take part in the competition
Against strong competitors from across the country, the DKU Judo Varsity Team delivered an outstanding performance, bringing home a total of one gold, three silver and one bronze medal.
DKU Judo Team members compete during the tournament
Medal List
Sarvarbek Abdumuminov – Gold (+100kg)
Andranik Pambukhchyan – Silver (-73kg)
Bronze Urfrig – Silver (-66kg)
Saydmalikkhon Agzamkhodjaev – Silver (-81kg)
Iliyas Yessenaly – Bronze
DKU Judo Team member pose with his awards
The DKU Judo Team’s results at the finals reflect the continued growth and dedication of the program under the guidance of Coach Yang and Coach Hu. Building on their qualification in Changsha, the athletes demonstrated technical skill, discipline and the judo values of mutual respect and maximum efficiency on the national stage.
DKU Judo Team members
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