The bronze medal contests promised just as much excitement, with Jana Cvjetko (CRO) meeting Ecem Baysug (TUR), while Ingrid Nilsson (SWE) faced Teophila Darbes-Takam (FRA) in a battle for a place on the podium. With such dynamic match-ups, the final block offered a fitting conclusion to a category that balanced the strength of favourites and the ambition of emerging contenders.
Final
April Lynn Fohouo (SUI) vs Aleksandra Andric (SRB)
In the final, the contest was over almost as quickly as it began. In less than a minute, April Lynn Fohouo executed a perfectly timed sasae-tsuri-komi-ashi, throwing her opponent onto her back powerfully and with precision, speed, and control, all the ingredients of a flawless ippon. It was a stunning finish and a well-deserved gold medal for Switzerland.
Bronze Medal Contest
Ingrid Nilsson (SWE) vs Teophila Darbes-Takam (FRA)
The French judoka made the most of her opportunity to reach the world podium. With an early waza-ari, followed by a yuko, she took control of the contest quickly. A few moments later, she sealed victory with a clean armlock submission, earning France its second medal in Lima; it was a complete and confident performance.
Jana Cvjetko (CRO) vs Ecem Baysug (TUR)
This bout was decided in record time. In less than 20 seconds, Jana Cvjetko executed a decisive armlock, forcing the submission and securing the bronze medal for Croatia in impressive fashion.
Final (-70 kg)
Bronze Medal Fights (-70 kg)
