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: Celebrating Judo Success in Tuban**
*Interviewer:* Welcome, Mohammad Emawan, Head of the Tuban Culture, Youth and Sports and Tourism Service. Thank you for joining us today. We’re thrilled to hear about the recent achievements of Tuban’s judo athletes at the XIV East Java Regional Student Sports Week (POPDA) 2024. Could you begin by sharing your thoughts on these accomplishments?
*Mohammad Emawan:* Thank you for having me! We are immensely proud of our judo athletes. Their success at POPDA 2024—where Ratna Sulistyo Wati and Anisyabella Septiya Alziziah both won gold medals in the -44 kg and -40 kg classes, respectively, and Fambudi Wicaksono secured a silver in the -50 kg class—reflects not only their dedication but also the hard work of our coaching staff and the local community’s support.
*Interviewer:* It truly is commendable! Ratna and Anisyabella both clinching gold is a significant achievement. What do you think contributed to their success in this competition?
*Mohammad Emawan:* Their achievements can be attributed to years of rigorous training, discipline, and the competitive spirit fostered in our judo programs. The support they receive from their families and local sports organizations plays a crucial role as well. These athletes are not just representing themselves; they’re ambassadors for our entire region, and their victories inspire younger generations to pursue sports.
*Interviewer:* Yes, inspiration is key! As we look ahead, especially with the Paris 2024 Olympics on the horizon, how do you see the future of judo in Tuban and Indonesia as a whole?
*Mohammad Emawan:* The future looks promising. As we prepare for the Olympics, we are focusing on identifying and nurturing young talent. We hope that athletes like Maryam March Maharani will carry the torch further. The success of our local athletes at regional events boosts morale and proves that with dedication and the right support, we can compete on the world stage.
*Interviewer:* That’s an encouraging outlook! With the spotlight on judo, what initiatives are in place to develop the sport further in your region?
*Mohammad Emawan:* We are actively promoting judo through school programs and community events to attract more youth. We want to create opportunities for them to learn the sport while encouraging healthy competition. Additionally, we are looking to host more local competitions to elevate the skill levels of all our athletes.
*Interviewer:* It sounds like Tuban is making significant strides in sports development. Congratulations once again to your athletes, and thank you for sharing your insights with us today!
*Mohammad Emawan:* Thank you! It’s been a pleasure to discuss our achievements, and we look forward to more successes in the future.
