The Brazilian team began, on Monday (18), the participation on the first day of the Paralympic Judo Grand Prix of IBSA (International Federation of Blind Sports) played in Giza (Egypt) with the conquest of two medals (one gold and one bronze).
The highlight was the gold achieved by Paulista Lúcia Araújo, 44, in the category up to 60 pounds for athletes J2 (low vision). The achievement was sacrament with the victory in the final about German Isabell Thal.
“Finally the medal fast was over. I won the highest place on the podium, I am very happy and I want to thank everyone for the fans,” said Lucia, who had not yet won any medals in 2025.
Brazil’s second medal on the first day of competition also came in the category up to 60 pounds for J2 athletes, but it was a bronze with Fluminense Maria Nubea Lins, 35. “Very happy to be representing our country and being able to help with this medal. Now is to continue adjusting the details, always evolving,” he concluded.
