Combat sports tournaments held in Potsdam and Halle

The Potsdam Open took place on October 17 and 18 at the Dreifeldhalle in Potsdam, Germany. Organized by SV Motor Babelsberg and UJKC Potsdam, the event hosted 773 judoka from 121 clubs representing five nations, including Ukraine, Sweden, the Netherlands, and Denmark. The competition featured various age groups, from U11 to adults, with the team trophy remaining in Potsdam.

In Halle, the German Open was held from October 22 to 25, attracting over 550 fighters from across Europe. During the Ju-Jutsu Fighting competition, Lea Born of Sportgemeinschaft Hanau made her international debut in the U18 up to 63 kg category. Born secured a fifth-place finish after competing against opponents from Sweden and the Netherlands.