At the Paris Olympics, an event occurred that will long remain in the hearts of judo fans and sports enthusiasts in general. Japanese judoka Uta Abe, the 2020 Olympic champion, sensationally lost in the round of 16 to the future champion, Uzbekistan’s Diyora Keldiyorova.
Uta Abe, known for her iron will and determination to win, could not hold back her tears after the defeat. Her crying in the coach's arms was heard in the arena for more than three minutes, and it was truly touching. Spectators and fans froze, watching this heart-wrenching moment. Brother and sister Abe dreamed of repeating their triumph at the Tokyo Olympics, where they both became Olympic champions, but fate decided otherwise.
Hifumi, Uta’s older brother, despite the emotional shock of his sister’s defeat, entered the tatami on the same day with unyielding determination. In the 66 kg weight category, he showcased his skill and will to win, becoming the Olympic champion
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