Diyora Keldiyorova returns to the tatami
Uzbekistan’s judoka Diyora Keldiyorova is returning to her professional sporting career after a break.
The Aktau Asian Open 2026 judo tournament has begun in Aktau, Kazakhstan. A total of 182 judokas from seven countries will compete for medals, including 25 athletes representing Uzbekistan.
One of the tournament’s highlights will be the return of Paris 2024 Olympic champion Diyora Keldiyorova to the tatami after a nearly two-and-a-half-year break. Diyora will compete wearing a judogi with gold lettering.
According to the draw, Diyora Keldiyorova will face Kazakhstan’s Nurailym Sarsenbek in the second round.
Javohir Toshkhujayev, UzA
