Renovated Judo Hall Opens at Republican Olympic Sports Lyceum
On 13 October, the renovated judo hall at the Republican Olympic Sports Lyceum in the Bakikhanov settlement of Baku was officially opened following extensive refurbishment.
The opening ceremony was attended by Minister of Youth and Sports Farid Gayibov, Azerbaijan Judo Federation (AJF) Vice-President Elnur Mammadli, Executive Vice-President Rashad Rasullu, Advisor to the AJF President Natig Baghirov, and representatives of the sports community.
The renovated judo hall has been equipped by the Azerbaijan Judo Federation with modern tatami mats and other essential training equipment. The upgraded facilities will provide young judoka studying at the Lyceum with improved training conditions that meet modern standards.
Minister of Youth and Sports Farid Gayibov toured the renovated facility, spoke with students and exchanged views with coaches and teachers.
As part of the event, Ahmad Yusifov, who won the gold medal in the -60 kg category at the Baku 2026 World Judo Championships, was presented with the red backpatch reserved for world champions. The backpatch was presented to the Azerbaijani judoka by Minister Farid Gayibov.
In addition to the judo hall, the Lyceum's administrative building, classrooms, dormitory rooms, dining hall and other sports facilities have also reopened following renovation.
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