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Meike Wegner brings gold to Sindelfingen: European judo champion!
Meike Wegner from VfL Sindelfingen becomes European judo champion. Strong performances by judoka at competitions in Riga, Latvia.
Meike Wegner brings gold to Sindelfingen: European judo champion!
In an impressive success for German judoka, Meike Wegner from VfL Sindelfingen was crowned European champion in the 70 kilogram weight class at the European Veterans Championships in Riga, Latvia. Their outstanding performance contributed significantly to Germany achieving a solid third place in the medal standings behind France and Georgia. Wegner also took bronze with the German team, demonstrating her versatility and strength.
The European Championships took place on the second and third days of competition with intense competitions in Ne-Waza. In addition to Wegner, other German athletes also achieved remarkable results: In total, the German team won four gold medals, three silver medals and six bronze medals, as well as multiple top placements. The tournament was not only a platform for individual success, but also showed the team strength of the German judoka.
Strong performances from the VfL Sindelfingen judoka
In addition to Meike Wegner, her club colleagues Aylin Mill (plus 78 kilograms) and Bianca Chiara Schmidt (up to 78 kilograms) also shone at the German Cup Championships in Velmar, Hesse. Their podium finishes underline the continuous development and track record of the club, which has a firm place in the German judo landscape.
According to judobund.de, the German judoka achieved very good results not only in the individual competitions, but also in the team competitions. They were represented in all age groups and showed an impressive range of talents and abilities.
Medal and placings
The detailed results of the competitions are a testament to the hard work and ambition of the athletes. The European Championships brought the following results for the German judoka:
| medal | category | name |
|---|---|---|
| Gold | F1 -70kg | Meike Wegner |
| Gold | M1-M3 Ne Waza | Dominic Schmidt |
| Gold | F2 -70kg | Jessica Eschenauer |
| Gold | F7 -57kg | Sylvia Hackel |
| Silver | F3 -70kg | Marion Velten |
| Bronze | F1-F3 No waza | Angelica Walther |
The energy and enthusiasm of the German judoka during the European Championships was remarkable and gives hope for a strong future in judo. The successes of Wegner and her colleagues are not only individual triumphs, but also a sign of the strong team spirit and the committed youth work that is being done in the region and throughout the country.