Khazar Heydarov of Ukraine is the 2026 Youth Olympic champion in judo! Heidarov won the final of the weight category up to 66 kg due to three warnings (hands) to his opponent. The winner could only be determined in the fourth minute of the "golden score" game. This is Ukraine's first medal at the 2026 Youth Olympic Games and the first "gold" in this sport (the judo competition is being held for the fourth time).

Khazar Heydarov of Ukraine is the 2026 Youth Olympic champion in judo! Heidarov won the final of the weight category up to 66 kg due to three warnings (hands) to his opponent. The winner could only be determined in the fourth minute of the "golden score" game. This is Ukraine's first medal at the 2026 Youth Olympic Games and the first "gold" in this sport (the judo competition is being held for the fourth time).