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 is the Tuban Culture, Youth, and Sports Service implementing to further develop young athletes in judo and other sports after recent successes?
**Interview with Mohammad Emawan, Head of the Tuban Culture, Youth, and Sports Service**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Mr. Emawan. Congratulations on the tremendous success of the Tuban judo team at the XIV East Java Regional Student Sports Week (POPDA) 2024! Can you share your initial thoughts on this achievement?
**Emawan:** Thank you for having me. We are incredibly proud of our athletes. Winning two gold medals and one silver in judo is a remarkable accomplishment that reflects their hard work and dedication. It showcases the potential of our young athletes here in Tuban.
**Editor:** Ratna Sulistyo Wati and Anisyabella Septiya Alziziah both took home gold medals in their respective weight classes. What do you think set them apart in this competition?
**Emawan:** Both athletes demonstrated exceptional skill and mental toughness. Ratna, in the -44 kg class, displayed remarkable agility and technique, while Anisyabella, in the -40 kg class, was strategic and controlled in her approach. Their training regimen and their ability to perform under pressure were key factors in their success.
**Editor:** And we shouldn’t forget Fambudi Wicaksono, who earned a silver medal in the -50 kg class. Can you tell us more about his performance?
**Emawan:** Fambudi put up an impressive fight and showed great potential. While he may not have secured gold, finishing second in a competitive field is commendable. He gained valuable experience that will undoubtedly serve him well in future competitions.
**Editor:** How do you view the role of events like POPDA in shaping the future of sports in Tuban, especially for young athletes?
**Emawan:** Events like POPDA are vital for developing young athletes. They not only provide a platform for them to showcase their skills but also help build confidence and inspire others. It’s important for us to continue nurturing these talents, as they are the future of Indonesian sports.
**Editor:** With these successes, what are the plans to support and further develop judo and other sports in Tuban?
**Emawan:** We are committed to enhancing our training facilities and programs. We also plan to hold more local competitions to keep the spirit of sports alive in our community and encourage greater participation. Our goal is to ensure that Tuban remains a competitive force in all sports.
**Editor:** Thank you for your insights, Mr. Emawan. We look forward to seeing more success from Tuban’s athletes in the future.
**Emawan:** Thank you! We appreciate your support and interest in our athletes’ journeys.