Three more Azerbaijani judokas will take to the tatami today at the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam in the United Arab Emirates, aiming to extend the country's successful start to the prestigious tournament.
As reported by İdman.Biz, Olympic champion Hidayat Heydarov (73kg), Kamran Suleymanov (73kg) and Sudaba Aghayeva (70kg) will represent Azerbaijan on the second day of competition.
Particular attention will be focused on Heydarov, who won Olympic gold at Paris 2024 and is among Azerbaijan's most accomplished judokas. Competing in the same weight category, Suleymanov will also seek to make his mark, while Aghayeva will carry the country's hopes in the women's 70kg division.
Azerbaijan enjoyed an outstanding opening day in Abu Dhabi, collecting three medals, including two golds.
Balabay Aghayev (60kg) and Konul Aliyeva (48kg) claimed gold medals, while Rashad Yelkiyev (66kg) secured bronze.
The results have given Azerbaijan a strong start to the Grand Slam, with the remaining competitors looking to add further medals to the national team's tally.
