Algiers – The judokas of MC Algiers were crowned champions of the 2025 edition of the National Senior Individual Judo Championship (Men and Women), which concluded on Saturday at the Dome Hall of the Mohamed Boudiaf Olympic Complex in Algiers. Over the course of three days, the club amassed a total of 26 medals, including 9 gold, 8 silver, and 9 bronze.
MC Algiers judokas clinched nine gold medals in the following categories: (-48 kg), (-60 kg), (-70 kg), (-57 kg), (52 kg), (-81 kg), (-78 kg), (-73 kg), and (+78 kg). Meanwhile, Ouled El-Bahia Oran secured three golds in the (-66 kg), (+100 kg), and (-90 kg) categories. Baba Hassen Dynamics Club took one gold in (-63 kg), and Al-Azm Oran won a single gold medal in (-100 kg).
MC Algiers Dominates Final Day of Competition
The final day of the championship saw MC Algiers continue its dominance, earning two more gold medals in the (-81 kg) and (-52 kg) categories, alongside five silver and three bronze medals. Their strong performance mirrored their success over the first two days of the competition.
Coach Laazizi Praises Effort and National Talent
Badr-Eddine Laazizi, the coach of MC Algiers, expressed his pride in the team’s achievement:
“This championship marks the strongest start to the new term (2025–2028), as noted by all participants. Around 500 judokas, including 200 women, competed, including several Algerian African champions who returned after years of absence due to injuries, such as Salim Rebahi, who was sidelined for four years.”
He also emphasized that other clubs, such as Ouled El-Bahia Oran, Baba Hassen (Algiers), and Mansoura (Constantine), showcased strong performances during the tournament. “The athletes are motivated by the upcoming African Championship in Côte d’Ivoire in April and other key international competitions in 2026 and 2027 in Algeria. They are fully aware of the standards required to join the national team and represent Algeria honorably,” Laazizi added.
“The title is well-deserved,” Laazizi concluded. “It’s the result of rigorous training, with athletes putting in six hours of practice daily, except on Fridays.”
Five-Time National Champion Faeza Issahine Celebrates Victory
African Champion (2022) Faeza Issahine expressed her joy after securing her fifth national title:
“I am very happy with this victory. The national championship has a special flavor and is always filled with pressure. The final bout was tactical because I know my opponent well. In the end, experience was on my side, and it played a big role in my triumph.”
National Significance of the Championship
Ahmed Moussa, the national men’s coach, praised the tournament’s role in spotlighting new talent. He noted, “This championship has identified athletes who will represent Algeria at the upcoming African Championship in Côte d’Ivoire (April 25–28, 2025). The final matches were closely contested, with high levels of competitiveness, as most participants were well-acquainted with each other.” However, the event saw the absence of two key national team members, Kais Madther (-66 kg) and Idris Massoud (-73 kg), both sidelined due to injuries.
Massive Participation in the Event
This year’s championship brought together approximately 500 athletes, including 200 women, representing 174 clubs from across Algeria.
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Author: nor-eleslam
