Combat Sports in Africa
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Combat Sports in Africa
Akira Nakajima: Judo, Los Angeles 2028, and supporting Ugandan Judo
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Garmamie
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Season 3
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Episode 24
In this episode of Combat Sports in Africa, we speak with 21-year-old judoka Akira Nakajima, who proudly represents Uganda on the international stage while training in Japan. Akira shares his experiences at his first Grand Slam, his goals for the Los Angeles Olympics, and his hopes for the growth of judo in Uganda. We also discuss the importance of support for athletes to train and compete globally.
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