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- PODGORICA,Montenegro (April 28,2025) – The European Senior Judo championships 2025 concluded wiht Italy's team delivering a record-breaking performance.
- The Italian judokas secured podium finishes each day of the competition, including the Mixed Teams Event.
- Team coaches emphasized the importance of continued support for the athletes.
Italy’s Judo Team Secures Historic Medal Haul at European Championships
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PODGORICA,Montenegro (April 28,2025) – The European Senior Judo championships 2025 concluded wiht Italy’s team delivering a record-breaking performance. The 18-member team, known as the Azzurri, captured a total of nine medals, marking a meaningful milestone for Italian judo.
Azzurri Dominate in Podgorica
The Italian judokas secured podium finishes each day of the competition, including the Mixed Teams Event. According to team officials,the success stemmed from the collaboration between athletes,technical staff,medical personnel,and organizational support,creating an optimal habitat for performance.
Coaches Laud Team Effort, Eye Future Success
Team coaches emphasized the importance of continued support for the athletes.
Raffaele Parlati noted the athletes’ dedication and the synergy between the federal technical structure and the athletes’ home clubs. “The results of this historic edition of the European Championships are primarily the result of the professionalism of the athletes and their self -denial in training,” parlati said. He also cautioned against expecting similar results at every competition, urging continued support for the team.
Raffaele Toniolo echoed Parlati’s sentiments, calling the championships “exceptional” due to the high level of performance from the athletes. Toniolo pointed out that Olympic champion Alice Bellandi did not participate due to scheduling conflicts with the upcoming World Cup in Hungary in June.
By the Numbers: A Statistical Triumph
Italy’s medal count included one gold, two silver, and five bronze medals in individual events, plus a silver in the mixed team event. This placed Italy fourth overall in the medal standings, behind IJF (International judo federation), France, and Georgia. However, in terms of total medals, Italy ranked second only to France.
Moreover, 12 of the 18 Italian athletes finished within the top seven, with 10 competing in a final medal match.This statistic also placed Italy second, behind the IJF, but ahead of France and georgia.
Toniolo emphasized the meaning of these results, stating that they demonstrate Italy’s position among the elite judo nations in Europe and the world. He attributed the success to the collaboration between the federal structure, coaches, and individual athlete training programs.
Toniolo also noted that seven of the eight medalists had participated in the Paris 2024 Olympics, where the team felt they underperformed, particularly in the Mixed Team Event. He said the team used that disappointment as motivation, achieving a historic first final in the mixed team event in Podgorica.
Toniolo concluded by expressing his admiration for the athletes’ dedication and their commitment to honoring their teammate during the award ceremony.
# italy’s Judo Triumph at the 2025 European Championships: A Q&A Guide
## What happened at the 2025 European Senior Judo Championships?
The Italian judo team, known as the Azzurri, achieved a record-breaking performance at the 2025 European Senior Judo Championships held in Podgorica, Montenegro. The team, comprised of 18 athletes, secured a total of nine medals. This represented a historic achievement for Italian judo. The event took place on April 28, 2025.
## What medals did the italian team win?
Italy’s judokas excelled, securing podium finishes each day of the competition, including in the Mixed Teams Event. Specifically, the team won:
* One gold medal
* Two silver medals
* Five bronze medals in individual events
* One silver medal in the mixed team event
## How did this performance rank Italy in the overall medal standings?
Italy ranked fourth overall in the medal standings, behind the IJF (International Judo Federation), France, and Georgia. Though, in terms of total medals won, Italy ranked second only to France.
## How many Italian athletes placed in the top seven?
An notable 12 of the 18 Italian athletes finished within the top seven. Moreover, 10 athletes competed in a final medal match. This statistic also placed Italy second, behind the IJF, but ahead of France and Georgia.
## What were the key factors behind Italy’s success?
The Italian team’s success was attributed to a collaborative effort. This included the synergy between the athletes,the technical staff,medical personnel,and organizational support—creating the optimal surroundings for peak performance. Coaches specifically highlighted the athletes’ dedication and their intensive training regimes.
## What did the coaches say about the team’s performance?
Raffaele Parlati highlighted the professionalism and dedication of the athletes. He also emphasized the importance of continued support to maintain the team’s performance. Raffaele Toniolo described the championships as “extraordinary,” praising the high level of performance. He attributed the success to the collaboration among the federal structure, the coaches, and the individual training programs.
## Did any notable athletes miss the competition?
Yes, olympic champion Alice Bellandi did not participate due to scheduling conflicts with the upcoming World Cup in Hungary in June.
## How did the team use their past experiences to fuel their success?
Following the 2024 Paris Olympics, where the team felt they underperformed, especially in the Mixed Team Event, that experience served as a key motivator. This disappointment spurred the team, leading to a historic first final in the Mixed team Event in Podgorica.
## Can you summarize Italy’s medal count in a table?
Certainly! Here’s a table to provide a quick overview of Italy’s medal count:
| Event | Medal |
|---|---|
| Individual Events | 1 Gold, 2 Silver, 5 Bronze |
| Mixed Team event | Silver |
| Total | 9 Medals |
## What did Toniolo say to conclude the championship?
Toniolo expressed his admiration for the athletes’ dedication and their commitment to honoring their teammate during the award ceremony.