"I spent a lot of energy to reach the final. But the experience I gained in international competitions made its mark."
İdman.biz reports that this was said by Azerbaijani judoka Rza Khalili (50 kg), who won a gold medal at the XVIII European Youth Summer Olympic Festival (EYOF).
The young athlete, who gave an interview to the press service of the National Olympic Committee, spoke about the importance of the result: "Winning a gold medal at the festival is not easy at all. The best judokas of the continent participate here. I am very happy that I advanced to the final and won a gold medal. This award is the most valuable among the medals I have won. Taking this opportunity, I express my gratitude to everyone who contributed to my achievements."
It should be noted that Rza Khalili defeated Spaniard Alexandra Ciarroni in the final.
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