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Diyora KeldiyorovaUzbek judoka
Date of Birth: 13.07.1998
Country:  Uzbekistan |
Content:
- Birth and Early Life
- Early Career and Rise in Judo
- Breakthrough and International Success
- Continued Recognition and Triumph
- Olympic Glory and Legacy
- Post-Olympic Career and Social Impact
Birth and Early Life
Diyora Keldiyorova was born in Uzbekistan, though the exact date of her birth is not mentioned in the provided text.
Early Career and Rise in Judo
Keldiyorova first gained recognition in 2013, when she claimed the bronze medal in the 44 kg category at the Asian Youth Games in Nanjing, China. She went on to secure further bronze medals at the Asian Cadet Judo Championships in 2016 and 2018.
Breakthrough and International Success
A turning point in her career came in 2019. At the Asian Judo Championships in Fujairah, UAE, she emerged victorious in the 52 kg category, becoming the first Uzbek woman to win a "Grand Slam" judo tournament. She continued her impressive streak with a bronze medal at the Summer Universiade in Naples, Italy, and another bronze at the World Military Games in Wuhan, China.
Continued Recognition and Triumph
In 2021, Keldiyorova made history as the first Uzbek woman to win gold at the Antalya Judo Grand Slam in Turkey. She also claimed silver at the Asian Championships in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, and a bronze in the team event at the World Championships in Budapest, Hungary.
Olympic Glory and Legacy
Keldiyorova's crowning achievement came at the 2024 Paris Olympics. She defeated Japanese judoka Uta Abe in a decisive ippon, securing the gold medal in the 52 kg category. This triumph marked a groundbreaking moment for Uzbek judo and made Keldiyorova a national icon.
Post-Olympic Career and Social Impact
Following her Olympic victory, Keldiyorova was appointed as the National Agency for Social Protection's Social Commissioner for Addressing Gender Inequality and Child Abuse. In recognition of her exceptional contributions to sports and the Olympic movement, she was awarded the prestigious title of "O'zbekiston Iftihori" by the President of Uzbekistan.
