Message from the IJF President
Dear judoka, coaches and delegations,
It is my great pleasure to welcome you to Tajikistan on the occasion of the World Championships for Juniors.
I am proud of the consistent high level the world’s young elite have been reaching, rising again even since last year’s flagship event, in Odivelas. Their determination and will to succeed have been visible and it is thanks to that persistence and work ethic that we saw so many young athletes making successful transitions to the senior categories, some even qualifying to compete at the Olympic Games in Paris.
Now we are in a new cycle and Dushanbe is an exciting location in which to meet the world’s best junior competitors, since becoming one of the most eagerly awaited World Judo Tour settings in our calendar. Our juniors will learn a lot in Tajikistan and will also enjoy the energy and enthusiasm present. The organising team is gaining valuable experience year on year and does everything possible to create the best conditions for performance. So, it is here that we celebrate together the achievements of our juniors in the spirit of friendship and solidarity.
I wish all organisers, volunteers, competitors and teams a safe and happy visit to Dushanbe as we crown our new junior world champions.
Yours in judo,
Marius L. VIZER
President International Judo Federation