The prestigious Grand Slam judo series will resume at the end of July, following a short break in the international calendar.
The pause in ranking events is due to national teams preparing for the World Judo Championships, which will take place in Budapest, Hungary, from June 13 to 19, Idman.biz reports.
The next major event after the World Championships will be held in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, from July 25 to 27.
Key upcoming events in the 2025 judo calendar:
June 13–19 – World Championships in Budapest (Hungary)
July 25–27 – Grand Slam in Ulaanbaatar (Mongolia)
October 17–19 – Grand Slam in Abu Dhabi (UAE)
November 14–16 – Grand Prix in Zagreb (Croatia)
December 6–7 – Grand Slam in Tokyo (Japan)
These tournaments will be crucial in the lead-up to the 2026 competitive season and Olympic qualifications.