The Hangzhou Asian Open 2025 concluded on 6–7 September at the Linpu Gymnasium in Xiaoshan, Hangzhou, organized by the Judo Union of Asia (JUA) with the support of the Chinese Judo Association. The event welcomed 88 athletes from 13 countries and regions, competing across 14 weight categories.
The host nation delivered a commanding performance, topping the medal table with 9 gold, 6 silver, and 7 bronze medals. Chinese judoka swept several women’s categories, including -48kg, -52kg, -57kg, -63kg, -70kg, -78kg, and +78kg, while also securing victories in the men’s -81kg and -100kg divisions.
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Australia claimed two gold medals through Pedro Carlos Antun Neto (-60kg) and Vas Middleton (-66kg), alongside four silver medals and two bronze medals, finishing second in the medal table.
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Kazakhstan earned one gold (Yermek Amangeldi in -73kg) and added two silvers and one bronze.
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Korea secured gold in the men’s +100kg with Yang Changil, and added one silver and two bronze medals.
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New Zealand’s Noah Walliss won the men’s -90kg category, marking a historic victory for his country.
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Thailand, Tajikistan, Chinese Taipei, Canada, Uzbekistan, Hong Kong SAR, and Macau SAR also reached the podium, demonstrating the event’s diversity and competitive balance.
Event Statistics
The competition was marked by attacking judo and decisive victories:
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95% of contests were decided with a score.
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44% of wins came by direct ippon.
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21% of bouts required golden score, showing the intensity of competition.
The Hangzhou Asian Open 2025 highlighted the strength of Asian judo, with ten nations earning medals over the two days of competition. The JUA commended the Chinese Judo Association and Local Organizing Committee for delivering a successful international event that combined sporting excellence with cultural exchange in Hangzhou.
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