Kunshan, China – November
On October 18, 2026, the 2026 Nanjing Judo Open was held at the Nanjing Combat Sports School. Seven athletes from the Duke Kunshan University Judo Team competed against judoka from other participating teams, gaining valuable experience through competitive matches.
DKU Judo Team Group Photo
The DKU Judo Varsity team competed in 19 matches, recording eight wins and earning seven medals — one gold, three silver, and three bronze. All seven athletes finished on the podium, reflecting the team’s dedication and competitive spirit.
The Nanjing Judo Open brought together more than 300 participants from various cities, universities, and other institutions. The event featured both youth and adult divisions, with competitions in individual judo and kata, providing opportunities for athletes of different backgrounds and experience levels to compete and exchange skills.
Medal List
Gold Medal
- Bronze Urfrig
Silver Medal
- Sarvar Abdumuminov
- Bekhruz Tursunbaev
- Xingyao Wu
Bronze Medal
- Jiachen Rao
- Devin McCarthy
- Mohammad Shazil Imran
DKU Judo Team at the Award Ceremony
Beyond the medals, the Nanjing Judo Open provided DKU athletes with valuable opportunities to test their skills against different opponents. The experience helped the team identify areas for improvement in technique and in-match decision-making.
DKU Judo Team at the Training Venue
The coaching staff recognized the team’s overall performance, particularly the athletes’ discipline, mutual support, and teamwork throughout the event. Moving forward, the DKU Judo Team will build on these experiences and continue working toward stronger performances!
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