Judoka Taís Pina wins gold at the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam

Portuguese judoka Taís Pina won the gold medal at the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam, defeating Brazilian Kaillany Cardoso in the final. Pina dominated the match, securing victory with an immobilization just seconds before the end. She had a flawless run in the tournament, overcoming previous defeats to reach the final. Other Portuguese competitors faced challenges, with Joana Crisóstomo and Otari Kwantidze eliminated in earlier rounds. The Grand Slam results are crucial for Olympic qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Games, with points awarded for placements.