Tuban Yudo Athletes Win Medals at POPDA XIV East Java”/>THREE judo athletes from the Tuban Regency contingent, East Java, achieved brilliant achievements at the XIV East Java Regional Student Sports Week (POPDA) 2024.
In the sport of judo, three athletes from Tuban won medals in their respective classes. Ratna Sulistyo Wati, a talented athlete in the -44 kg class, managed to win a gold medal after showing her superiority in the competition.
A similar achievement was also achieved by Anisyabella Septiya Alziziah who performed brilliantly in the -40 kg class and successfully brought home a gold medal. Meanwhile, Fambudi Wicaksono, who fought in the -50 kg class, won a silver medal, adding to the medal collection for the Tuban contingent.
Head of the Tuban Culture, Youth and Sports and Tourism Service (Disbudporapar), Mohammad Emawan Putra, expressed high appreciation for the achievements of the judo athletes.
According to him, this success reflects the hard work and dedication of student athletes in Tuban Regency. “We are very proud of the achievements of Ratna, Anisyabella and Fambudi. This is the result of intensive training and collaboration between various parties who play a role in advancing the world of sports in Tuban,” said Emawan, yesterday.
According to him, this achievement also shows the development of student sports in Tuban Regency, especially in judo. Previously, the Tuban contingent had also achieved achievements at POPDA XIV.
Among other things, through taekwondo athlete, Baihaqi Fajar Dwi Saputro, who won a bronze medal in the Junior Kyorugi Men’s O-78 Kg category. Apart from that, swimming athlete Sarah Dominique also contributed a bronze medal in the 50 meter backstroke event in the swimming event held in Bangkalan Regency.
The 2024 East Java POPDA event was attended by thousands of athletes from all districts/cities in East Java and took place with great enthusiasm. This positive result further motivates the Tuban contingent to win more medals in other sports that are still being competed.
It is hoped that support and prayers from the community will be an incentive for athletes to continue to excel and make Tuban Regency proud in this provincial level student sports event. (D-2)
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What strategies are being implemented to foster the development of young judo athletes in Tuban?
**Interview with Mohammad Emawan, Head of the Tuban Culture, Youth and Sports and Tourism Service**
*Interviewer*: Thank you for joining us today, Mr. Emawan. It’s an exciting time for Tuban’s judo athletes, especially with the recent successes at the XIV East Java Regional Student Sports Week (POPDA) 2024. Can you tell us about the achievements of the Tuban athletes?
*Mohammad Emawan*: Thank you for having me! Yes, we are incredibly proud of our athletes. At POPDA 2024, three of our judokas secured medals—Ratna Sulistyo Wati and Anisyabella Septiya Alziziah both won gold in their respective classes, -44 kg and -40 kg. Fambudi Wicaksono also performed admirably, taking home a silver medal in the -50 kg class. Their performances not only showcased their hard work but also brought recognition to Tuban at this prestigious event.
*Interviewer*: Winning two golds and a silver is quite an impressive feat! What do you think contributed to their success?
*Mohammad Emawan*: Their success can be attributed to consistent training and a strong support system. Our local judo programs focus on developing young talent, providing them with the coaching, resources, and motivation they need to excel. The community’s encouragement has also played a crucial role in their journey. These young athletes have put in tremendous effort and demonstrated excellent sportsmanship throughout the competition.
*Interviewer*: Looking ahead, do you think these achievements will inspire more youth in Tuban to take up judo?
*Mohammad Emawan*: Absolutely! Events like POPDA not only highlight the potential of our athletes but also serve as inspiration for younger generations. We hope to see increased interest in judo and other sports in Tuban. We’re committed to promoting sports in our region, ensuring that we cultivate more talent for future competitions, including the upcoming Paris Olympics where talents like Maryam March Maharani will represent Indonesia.
*Interviewer*: That’s a fantastic outlook, Mr. Emawan. How do you see the future of judo in Tuban as our athletes prepare for more competitions?
*Mohammad Emawan*: I believe the future is bright. With continuous investment in training and support, we’re laying a strong foundation for our athletes. The successes at regional competitions are just the beginning. We are planning to host more training camps and workshops to enhance skills and tactics. We also aspire to create more opportunities for young judokas to participate in national and international events.
*Interviewer*: Thank you, Mr. Emawan, for sharing these insights. It’s evident that Tuban has a promising future in judo, and we wish all the athletes the best of luck in their training and competitions ahead!
*Mohammad Emawan*: Thank you! We appreciate the support and look forward to bringing more pride to Tuban and Indonesia in the world of sports.
