The Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS), Vijayanagar, in Karnataka, on Monday, was officially recognized by the International Judo Federation as a High- Performance Judo Centre. The recognition comes on the back of IIS’ excellent work in creating Elite level Judokas through their systematic scouting and high-performance programme.

Georgian judo legend Lasha Shavdatuashvili, on Monday, arrived at the IIS Vijayanagar for a five-day judo masterclass for athletes and coaches. The three-time Olympic medal-winning judoka and one of the most successful athletes in the sport’s history, arrived to the IIS Headquarters in Bellary, Karnataka, to spearhead the masterclass that will play a big role in taking judo in India to the next level.

Aim is to enhance collaboration and establish a framework for mutually beneficial programmes, initiatives, projects, and activities.

Five young wrestlers bring medals from U15 & U20 Asian Championships in Thailand.

Neeraj Chopra Headlines Team IIS At Showpiece Event In France; Opening Ceremony Scheduled For July 26. No less than 20 athletes will represent the Inspire Institute of Sport as part of the Indian Olympic contingent, which will travel to Paris for the 2024 Summer Olympic Games, scheduled to begin with the Opening Ceremony on July 26.