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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How does the success of Tuban’s judo athletes impact the local community and inspire future generations?
**Interview with Mohammad Emawan, Head of the Tuban Culture, Youth and Sports and Tourism Service (Disbudporapar)**
**Interviewer**: Thank you for joining us today, Mr. Emawan. The recent success of the judo athletes from Tuban at the XIV East Java Regional Student Sports Week has been quite impressive. Could you tell us more about these athletes and their achievements?
**Mohammad Emawan**: Thank you for having me. We are incredibly proud of our judo athletes. Ratna Sulistyo Wati excelled in the -44 kg class and took home a gold medal, showcasing her skill and determination. Anisyabella Septiya Alziziah also won gold in the -40 kg class, highlighting the depth of talent we have here in Tuban. Additionally, Fambudi Wicaksono captured a silver medal in the -50 kg class, contributing to our overall success. These young athletes have put in a lot of hard work, and their achievements are a testament to their dedication.
**Interviewer**: That’s fantastic! What do you think contributed to their success at the competition?
**Mohammad Emawan**: Their success can be attributed to several factors, including rigorous training, excellent coaching, and strong support from our local sports programs. We have been investing in our youth athletes and providing them with the resources they need to thrive. Furthermore, the enthusiasm and competitive spirit among the athletes themselves play a crucial role in their accomplishments.
**Interviewer**: Looking ahead, how do you see this success impacting the future of judo in Tuban and possibly Indonesia as a whole?
**Mohammad Emawan**: I believe this success will inspire other young athletes in Tuban and beyond to pursue judo and other sports. It demonstrates that with dedication and hard work, anything is possible. We hope these achievements will contribute to a growing interest in judo in the region and even lead to more athletes representing Indonesia on larger platforms, such as the upcoming Olympics.
**Interviewer**: That’s a wonderful perspective. Are there any plans in place to further develop judo programs for young athletes in Tuban?
**Mohammad Emawan**: Definitely. We are currently working on expanding our training programs and facilities to accommodate more young athletes. We also aim to organize more local competitions to give our athletes the necessary exposure and experience. Our goal is to foster a rich environment for sports and help our athletes reach their fullest potential.
**Interviewer**: Thank you, Mr. Emawan, for sharing your insights. It seems like exciting times are ahead for judo in Tuban!
**Mohammad Emawan**: Thank you for having me. We are committed to nurturing our athletes and supporting their dreams. With the community’s support, I’m optimistic about our future successes in judo and beyond.
