Natacha Razafindrakalo (ranked 61st in the world) made a successful debut at the Senior World Judo Championships in Baku, Azerbaijan. The Malagasy judoka, competing in the under 48 kg category, defeated Azerbaijani Shafag Hamidova (ranked 34th in the world) by ippon in just 1 minute and 13 seconds during her first match of the competition this Sunday in Azerbaijan.
With this victory, the Malagasy fighter won her first duel against a higher-ranked opponent on the world stage. This win marks her first participation in a senior world championship, following several performances on the continental circuit, notably at the African Championships and various African Open tournaments.
The Malagasy delegation also relies on Zo Andriambololona, who is competing in the under 78 kg category against Guinean Marie Branser, as well as Laura Rasoanaivo, who is set to face Romanian Serafima Moscalu in the under 70 kg category.
Captured & Published at: 2026-10-04 16:53:40 (Madagascar Local Time EAT)
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