Overview

• Seija Ballhaus won gold in the women's -57 kg category, defeating top-seeded Eteri Liparteliani of Georgia in an unexpected victory.
• Anna Monta Olek earned silver in the women's -78 kg class, losing the final to Portugal's Patrícia Sampaio in her first senior European Championship appearance.
• Erik Abramov secured bronze in the men's +100 kg division by defeating Ushangi Kokauri of Azerbaijan, marking Germany's third medal at the championships.
• The 2025 European Judo Championships in Podgorica served as Germany's first major competition in the post-Olympic season, showcasing emerging talent.
• Germany's medal haul—one gold, one silver, and one bronze—highlights the depth and promise of its judo program across multiple weight classes.