The first international IJF activity of 2020 will be the traditional Referee, Sport and Education seminar in the new location of Doha, Qatar from 11-12 January.

Qatar will host the 2020 World Masters before the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and the 2023 World Championships (both in Doha).

The annual seminar is an opportunity for the IJF to collaborate with coaches and referees to discuss all relevant matters concerning to the rules, sport and education and once again a live stream will be offered to ensure all members of the judo family have access to this important event.

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