Kosovar judoka Distria Krasniqi became European champion today.

She won the gold medal for Kosovo at the European Championship in Montenegro. This is her third European title.

Krasniqi competed in the under 52 kg category. She had previously won gold in 2021 and 2024. She also holds two silver and two bronze medals from past championships.

In the final, Krasniqi defeated Odette Giuffrida of Italy. Giuffrida is a world champion and an experienced international competitor.

The European Judo Championship brings together athletes from two continents, 48 countries, and a total of 414 competitors—229 men and 185 women.

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