Ballalo Coulibaly of Club Judo Binéfar represented Spain at the Cadet World Judo Championships, competing against more than 450 athletes from 62 countries at the Coliseo Voltaire Paladines Polo in Guayaquil, Ecuador. According to club reports, the international tournament brought together top youth judokas from around the globe to vie for world titles.
Tournament Path and Elimination
Coulibaly advanced directly to the second phase of the tournament after finishing at the head of her initial group. In the second round, she faced Canada’s Emilia Aliyeva in a closely contested match that required a Golden Score period to break the deadlock. According to match accounts, the contest concluded when Coulibaly received a yuko score following a counter-attack by Aliyeva utilizing a Harai Goshi technique, bringing an end to the Spanish competitor’s run in the championship.
Significance of the World Championship Appearance
Club representatives highlighted that securing a spot at the Cadet World Championships reflects sustained growth and competitive readiness at the elite level of youth judo.
Competition Overview
- Event: Cadet World Judo Championships
- Location: Coliseo Voltaire Paladines Polo, Guayaquil, Ecuador
- Participation: Over 450 judokas from 62 countries
- Spanish Representative: Ballalo Coulibaly (Club Judo Binéfar)
- Final Match: vs. Emilia Aliyeva (Canada)