Karem Primov Wins World Championship Silver, Dedicates Medal to October 7
Translated & summarized from Ice by baba
Israeli judoka Karem Primov won a silver medal at the World Championships in Baku, dedicating the achievement to October 7. Primov returned to competition after a long injury layoff and expressed pride in her performance, despite losing the final to Japan's Haruka Kaju. Judo is a major sport for Israel, with a history of international success. Other Israeli athletes are also competing or recovering from injuries.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- Karem Primov won a silver medal at the World Judo Championships in Baku.
- Primov dedicated her medal to October 7, stating it gave the achievement special meaning.
- She returned to elite competition after recovering from a nearly two-year injury.
- Primov defeated the world's second-ranked judoka from Mongolia en route to the final.
- She lost the gold medal match to Japan's Haruka Kaju by ippon.
- Judo is a historically successful sport for Israel, a source of national pride.
Israeli judoka Karem Primov secured a silver medal at the World Championships in Baku, a significant achievement for her career and for Israeli sports. Primov's performance marks a return to the international stage after a nearly two-year recovery from a complex injury. She navigated a challenging path to the final, winning six matches against strong opponents, including defeating the world's second-ranked judoka from Mongolia.
In the final bout, Primov faced Japan's Haruka Kaju, who ultimately won by ippon. Despite not securing the gold, Primov expressed pride in her performance and her journey back to competition. "I am very proud and happy to stand on the podium at the World Championship with the Israeli flag, especially on October 7, it gives this medal a special meaning for me," Primov stated. She added, "I had an excellent competition day. Of course, I wanted to finish it with gold, but I am proud of my path and my progress and will continue to work hard to get there."
Judo has long been a source of national pride for Israel, with a history of success dating back to the 1992 Barcelona Olympics. Primov's medal adds to this legacy, which includes numerous world and European championships and Olympic medals.
Primov's achievement comes after a challenging start for the Israeli delegation in Baku, which saw her sister Gefen Primov and other athletes eliminated early, and Yehonatan Elbaz finishing in fifth place. Upcoming competitions will feature Raz Hershko, while Inbar Lanir continues her recovery from injury.
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