Dushanbe to host the first-ever Junior Grand Prix: IJF launches a new tournament series
The first tournament in the new system will be the Hoji Sharif Dushanbe Junior Grand Prix, which will take place in the capital of Tajikistan on October 24-25, 2026. This event will not just be another international competition, but a landmark event: for the first time in history, Dushanbe will host a tournament of this format among juniors.
It is expected that the best young judokas in the world will gather in Tajikistan to compete for ranking points, prizes, and important international experience. Immediately after the tournament, from October 26 to 28, an international training camp will be held.
The main idea of the IJF is to bring young athletes as close as possible to the level of the adult world tour. Now judokas will be able to earn points not only at continental Cups but also at Grand Prix level tournaments.
In addition, a new feature will be the awarding of prize money to winners and medalists, which was previously characteristic only of adult competitions.
According to IJF President Marius Vizer, this is an investment in the future of the sport: «The future of judo depends on our ability to support and inspire young athletes. These tournaments will help them gain valuable international experience and prepare for a career at the highest level.»
The second part of the new series will take place in Uzbekistan. On November 24-25, 2026, the Saber Tashkent Cadet Grand Prix will be held for athletes under 18 years old.
As in Dushanbe, the tournament will conclude with an international training camp where athletes and coaches can exchange experiences and improve their level of preparation.
The first tournament in the new system will be the Hoji Sharif Dushanbe Junior Grand Prix, which will take place in the capital of Tajikistan on October 24-25, 2026. This event will not just be another international competition, but a landmark event: for the first time in history, Dushanbe will host a tournament of this format among juniors.
It is expected that the best young judokas in the world will gather in Tajikistan to compete for ranking points, prizes, and important international experience. Immediately after the tournament, from October 26 to 28, an international training camp will be held.
The main idea of the IJF is to bring young athletes as close as possible to the level of the adult world tour. Now judokas will be able to earn points not only at continental Cups but also at Grand Prix level tournaments.
In addition, a new feature will be the awarding of prize money to winners and medalists, which was previously characteristic only of adult competitions.
According to IJF President Marius Vizer, this is an investment in the future of the sport: «The future of judo depends on our ability to support and inspire young athletes. These tournaments will help them gain valuable international experience and prepare for a career at the highest level.»
The second part of the new series will take place in Uzbekistan. On November 24-25, 2026, the Saber Tashkent Cadet Grand Prix will be held for athletes under 18 years old.
As in Dushanbe, the tournament will conclude with an international training camp where athletes and coaches can exchange experiences and improve their level of preparation.
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