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Netherlands and Romania dominate first judo day in Prague
27 Feb 2021 20:20
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The Netherlands and Romania were the two most dominant nations at the European Open in Czech Republic. Under remarkable conditions the European Open was held in the city where last year a successful European Championships were organised. Both the Dutch and Romanian team were able to capture three titles. Belgian won gold U52kg by Amber Ryheul.
The Belgian defeated Naomi van Krevel of the Netherlands who competed at the main tournaments since the reopening of the Judo season in November including the senior Europeans. It was the first World Cup victory ever for Belgian Ryheul after two bronze medals. She won the European U23 title U52kg i 2019.