President Ilham Aliyev Congratulates Azerbaijani Judoka Ahmad Yusifov on World Championship Victory
Baku, The Gulf Observer: The opening ceremony of the World Judo Championships was held at the National Gymnastics Arena in Baku on October 5, with President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev in attendance.
During the ceremony, President Ilham Aliyev met with Azerbaijani judoka Ahmad Yusifov, who won the gold medal at the World Championships held in Baku.
Congratulating Yusifov on his outstanding achievement, President Ilham Aliyev said the victory had brought immense joy to the Azerbaijani nation.
He noted that the competition had been highly intense, with all the opponents demonstrating strong performances. The President particularly highlighted Yusifov’s victory in the final bout by ippon, describing it as a significant achievement.
President Ilham Aliyev said becoming a world champion was the dream of every athlete and congratulated Yusifov on reaching the highest level of success, particularly on home soil.
“You have made our entire nation happy. The competition was very intense. All your opponents were also very strong. Winning the final bout by ippon is, of course, a great achievement. I sincerely congratulate you,” the President said.
He expressed confidence that the young judoka would achieve further success in future competitions and continue to uphold the sporting glory of Azerbaijan at the highest level.
Ahmad Yusifov thanked President Ilham Aliyev for his congratulations and expressed his gratitude.
