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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**Interview with Mohammad Emawan, Head of Tuban Culture, Youth and Sports and Tourism Service**
**Interviewer**: Thank you for joining us, Mr. Emawan. Tuban’s judo athletes recently had a fantastic performance at the XIV East Java Regional Student Sports Week (POPDA) 2024, securing multiple medals. Can you tell us about the achievements of these athletes?
**Mohammad Emawan**: Thank you for having me. I’m incredibly proud of our athletes. At the recent POPDA, Ratna Sulistyo Wati made a remarkable showing in the -44 kg category, winning a gold medal. Her technique and focus were outstanding. Additionally, Anisyabella Septiya Alziziah also clinched a gold in the -40 kg category, demonstrating exceptional skill as well. Fambudi Wicaksono earned a silver medal in the -50 kg category, which also adds to our achievements. Altogether, these results highlight the hard work and dedication of our athletes and coaches.
**Interviewer**: What do you think contributed to their success in this competition?
**Mohammad Emawan**: Their success can be attributed to several factors: rigorous training, the support of their coaches, and the strong athletic programs we have in place here in Tuban. We emphasize not just physical training but also mental preparation, which is crucial in judo. Our training facilities and local competitions provide them with the experience they need to excel.
**Interviewer**: What does this achievement mean for the future of judo in Tuban and perhaps for the athletes’ future prospects?
**Mohammad Emawan**: This is a significant stepping stone for judo in Tuban. It demonstrates the potential of our young athletes and may attract more attention and support for judo programs in the region. For the athletes themselves, performing well at events like POPDA can open doors to regional and national competitions, and possibly even international opportunities. We definitely see this as a foundation for future successes, possibly even leading up to events like the Olympics.
**Interviewer**: Do you have any plans to further support these athletes and promote judo in your region?
**Mohammad Emawan**: Absolutely. We are committed to enhancing our training facilities and increasing funding for our sports programs. We also plan to organize more competitions and workshops to give our athletes the exposure they need. Engaging the community and fostering an interest in judo will be essential, so we are looking into community outreach programs as well.
**Interviewer**: Thank you very much, Mr. Emawan. It’s inspiring to hear about your commitment to fostering talent in Tuban. We wish the best for you and the athletes as they continue to achieve great things.
**Mohammad Emawan**: Thank you! We are excited about the future and appreciate your support.