DUSHANBE, 30.05.2023 (NIAT Khovar) – Judokas from more than 40 countries of five continents will arrive in Tajikistan to take part in the 2023 Dushanbe Grand Prix, which will be held from June 2 through June 4 as part of the World Judo Tour.

To date, 313 athletes from 42 countries have registered themselves. Europe (143) and Asia (145) have the highest number of athletes.

Tajikistan will be represented by 34 judokas, including 28 men, and 6 women.

The Grand Prix will bring athletes points towards the rankings for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.

The prize fund of the tournament is €100,000. The 1st place will receive €3,000 (judoka €2,400 and coach €600), 2nd place — €2,000 (judoka €1,600 and coach €400), 3rd place (2 athletes) – €1,000 (judokas €800 and trainers €200).

Dushanbe received the right to host Grand Prix tournaments as part of the World Judo Tour in the period 2023-2026.

The Judo Grand Prix takes place every season in different countries. Before the Olympic Games, some Grand Prix are licensed, in which judokas awarded points in the Olympic rating.