Kosovo has recorded another important success in international judo after Milot Gashi was crowned Balkan champion in the U18 category at the Balkan Judo Championships in Budva, Montenegro. The young judoka secured the gold medal, bringing another proud moment for Kosovo on the regional stage.
Milot Gashi delivered an impressive performance throughout the competition, overcoming his opponents and ultimately claiming the Balkan championship title in his category. His gold medal represents a major achievement for Kosovo judo and further confirms the country’s continued strength in developing young talent in the sport.
Kosovo’s team also saw strong performances from Jon Haxhiu and Roni Reshitaj. Both athletes competed at a high level and managed to advance to the quarterfinal stage, showing determination and competitive spirit against strong regional opposition.
The Kosovo delegation in Budva is being led by coaches Fatos Tabaku, Mustafë Veseli, and Blenard Begu, who continue to work closely with the country’s young athletes in preparation for major regional and international events. Their guidance has been an important factor in the team’s performances at the championship.
The competition is still ongoing, with more Kosovo judokas set to compete. Arba Hasanaj, Elvira Ukaj, and Tiara Bajrami are scheduled to take to the tatami in the next rounds, aiming to deliver more strong results and potentially add to Kosovo’s medal tally.
Milot Gashi’s gold medal in Budva once again highlights Kosovo’s growing reputation in judo and reinforces the nation’s tradition of success in one of its strongest international sports disciplines.