TheGunbaiHolder 25 Posted August 2 I was watching the Judo men's 90 kg final at the Olympics (Sanshiro vs Bekauri). The referees awarded the win to Bekauri in a decision that I found controversial. Did somebody watched it and found it weird? Especially for a final, it was so underwhelming. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Churaumi 728 Posted August 2 Seems like it came down to a technicality. I feel you on the underwhelming feeling. When championships come down to VAR it just sucks the momentum out of the proceedings. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tochinofuji 372 Posted August 2 I think it was a little unfortunate that a close technique like that won as it was otherwise a great match. In sumo terms, I think it would definitely be a torinaoshi and the match should have continued. However, on judo rules it was a clear kouchi counter to Murao's tani otoshi attempt that landed Murao on his butt and side, with Bekauri being close to chest on to the mat. Fairly clean wazaari leading to the awasete ippon in my books. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheGunbaiHolder 25 Posted August 2 It was indeed a great match. I was waiting for the replay to finish; the tension was so intense; and then ... match over Share this post Link to post Share on other sites