Budo-Nord Judo Cup 2026 once again turned Lund into one of the Nordic region’s most important judo meeting points. During four intensive days, from 14 to 17 May 2026, Victoriastadion welcomed judokas, coaches, referees, families and supporters for a weekend that combined high-level competition with education, international exchange and strong club spirit.
The competition days were held on 14 and 15 May, followed by LUGI Judo Camp on 16 and 17 May. This structure gave the event a special rhythm. First came two days of hard-fought matches in U15, U18, U21 and senior categories. Then came two days of training, randori and technical development, where athletes could continue learning after the pressure of competition had passed.
Budo-Nord Cup has grown into much more than a regular tournament. It is a place where young athletes gain international experience, senior judokas sharpen their form, clubs build unity and coaches measure the development of their athletes against strong opposition. In 2026, the event again showed why Lund has become such an important destination on the Nordic judo calendar.
A Large International Field at Victoriastadion
The 2026 edition gathered a large international field, with club reports describing around 1,100 participants from approximately 20 countries. The tournament attracted judokas from Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, The Netherlands and several other nations, giving the competition a clear international character.
For many Swedish clubs, this is one of the most valuable aspects of Budo-Nord Cup. Athletes can face international opposition without travelling far from home. For younger judokas, this can be an important first step toward bigger events abroad. For older and more experienced competitors, it provides a strong test against different styles, grips and tactical approaches.
The event was organised at Victoriastadion in Lund, a venue that has become closely connected with LUGI Judo Events. With multiple tatami areas, a busy warm-up zone, coach meetings, livestreams and a large number of volunteers, the competition had the feel of a major international judo weekend.
The Competition Format Created a Strong Weekend Structure
Budo-Nord Cup 2026 was divided across two competition days. Thursday 14 May featured U18 and senior categories, while Friday 15 May was reserved for U15 and U21. Competition started at 09:00 on both days, and athletes, coaches and spectators were encouraged to follow Smoothcomp and the event’s Telegram channel for live updates.
The format allowed several athletes to compete in double categories under specific conditions. U15, U18 and U21 judokas could take part in double entries, while final-year U13 athletes could enter U15 and final-year U15 athletes could move up to U18 without special permission. This gave ambitious young judokas the chance to gain extra matches and important competitive experience.
The event followed the rules and codes of the Swedish Judo Federation, with the updated 2025 rules adapted for the competition. U15 matches were contested over three minutes with no limit golden score, while U18, U21 and senior matches were fought over four minutes with no limit golden score. That format produced many intense battles, especially in the larger categories where evenly matched athletes pushed each other deep into extra time.
Clear Rules and a Professional Competition Environment
One of the reasons Budo-Nord Cup continues to attract strong participation is the clear and professional framework around the event. The official invitation included detailed information about categories, weigh-ins, double entries, coach accreditation, referees, judogi regulations, food options and accommodation.
All participants were required to hold at least 4 kyu, orange belt. For U15, athletes competed in white judogi, with white and red match belts provided. A blue judogi was allowed but not required. For U18, U21 and seniors, both white and blue judogi were compulsory.
The weigh-in structure also reflected the serious level of the tournament. U18 and senior athletes weighed in before the first competition day, while U15 and U21 athletes weighed in before the second day. There was no general weight tolerance, and specific rules applied for younger athletes and cadet competitors.
These details may seem technical, but they are important. They help young athletes become used to the demands of larger events, where preparation, timing, equipment and discipline are part of the competition experience. Budo-Nord Cup gives athletes not only matches, but also a taste of the routines required at higher levels of judo.
Day One Opened with U18 and Senior Action
The first competition day immediately showed the strength of the field. The U18 categories opened the event with several large and competitive brackets. For many athletes, this was a chance to test themselves against opponents from different countries and clubs.
For coaches, it was a valuable opportunity to see how their judokas handled pressure, tactics and match tempo in an international environment.
Later in the day, the senior categories added another level of intensity. The senior divisions brought experienced judokas onto the tatami, many of them with national and international ambitions. The mixture of youth and senior competition gave the opening day a broad sporting profile.
Across the day, clubs reported hard matches, strong medal performances and important learning experiences. Budo-Nord Cup once again proved that it is not only a tournament for collecting medals, but also a place where athletes discover what they need to improve.
IK Södra Judo Combined Medals, Team Spirit and Camp Development
IK Södra Judo had an excellent start to Budo-Nord Judo Cup 2026, returning from the opening competition day with five medals after what the club described as very good judo and many exciting matches. The Stockholm club travelled to Lund during the Kristi Himmelsfärd weekend with a group of young athletes, leaders and supporters, and the trip became much more than a competition journey. It developed into a weekend filled with judo, team spirit, personal growth and shared memories.
The sporting results came early. Isak Widing took silver in U18 -66 kg, while Kanna Dahlström claimed bronze in U18 -52 kg. Evielle Nsundi added another bronze in U18 -63 kg, and Henning Nord also reached the podium with bronze in U18 -66 kg. In the senior division, Viktor Bååthe contributed a bronze medal in -90 kg. The club also had several strong placements outside the podium, with Lisa Vestin finishing fifth in U18 -48 kg and Kim Aspelin placing seventh in senior -81 kg. Milo Forssell and Pavle Aksentijevic also competed in tough U18 categories and gained valuable experience.
For IK Södra, the medal results were an important confirmation of the work being done back home in training. The club’s own report from the weekend emphasized that the athletes showed strong fighting spirit and team spirit throughout the trip. Whether matches ended in victory or defeat, the judokas supported each other, gave their best and developed significantly during the days in Lund. That attitude gave the medal haul a deeper meaning: the results were not only individual achievements, but also proof of the collective environment around the team.
The journey itself also became part of the experience. IK Södra described how expectations were already high when the group travelled by train to Lund, before a weekend followed with many matches, demanding but enjoyable training sessions and strong performances on the tatami. The club highlighted the pride it felt in seeing its young athletes grow both as competitors and as teammates, showing courage, discipline, respect and a positive attitude throughout the event.
The weekend continued with LUGI Judo Camp, which followed directly after Budo-Nord Cup. According to the official event information, Budo-Nord Cup was held on 14–15 May at Victoriastadion, followed by LUGI Judo Camp on 16–17 May. The camp offered daily randori sessions and technical training for judokas of all ages, with Belgian world star Matthias Casse as guest coach.
For IK Södra’s athletes, training with Casse became one of the major highlights of the weekend. The club described the opportunity to learn from a judoka at absolute world level as a fantastic experience for everyone involved. Casse’s energy, knowledge and inspiration made a strong impression on both younger and older participants, and the camp gave the group a chance to turn the lessons from competition directly into further development on the mat.
IK Södra also directed warm thanks to the leaders and parents who made the trip possible, as well as to LUGI Judo for a well-organised and inspiring event. The club has a long connection with the Budo-Nord and LUGI Camp tradition, with previous reports showing that the Lund weekend has been a recurring part of its calendar for many years. In 2026, that tradition continued in the best possible way: with medals, hard matches, strong training, team spirit and a group of young judokas returning home with new energy, experience and motivation for the next step.
Staffanstorps Judoklubb Delivered Gold in U18
Staffanstorps Judoklubb also enjoyed a highly successful opening day in Lund. The club reported that several athletes competed in the U18 categories and that all of them fought well against strong opposition.
The best results came through Adam Kostoev and Marlon Jönsson Valdes, who both won gold. Diana Xu added a silver medal, giving Staffanstorp an impressive medal return in one of the most important youth sections of the tournament.
The club’s message after the competition captured the team feeling behind the results: “One by one we are good, but together we are the best.” That kind of mentality is often visible at Budo-Nord Cup, where success is not only measured by individual medals but also by the way clubs support each other throughout long competition days.
For Staffanstorp, the U18 results in Lund confirmed the club’s strength in the younger competitive categories and gave its athletes another important step in their development.
Landvetter Judoklubb Combined Medals, Team Spirit and a Full Club Effort
Landvetter Judoklubb brought one of the most energetic and visible club groups to Budo-Nord Judo Cup 2026. The club from Härryda, which describes judo as an inclusive sport for children, youth and adults at all levels, travelled to Lund with a large team of athletes, coaches, families and supporters. That broad club culture was also reflected in Landvetter’s own profile, where the club highlights both recreational training and competition opportunities, with representatives from national team level and down through the younger age groups.
At Victoriastadion, Landvetter turned that club spirit into strong results. Hugo delivered one of the team’s biggest highlights by winning senior gold, while Alma claimed silver in U18. Teodor added bronze in U18, and Wilda made sure the club also reached the podium in U21 with another bronze medal. Alma also came close to a second medal by finishing fourth in U21 -48 kg, showing impressive consistency across categories.
Several other Landvetter athletes were also active in demanding divisions throughout the weekend. Melina placed fifth after losing the bronze final, while Filip K also finished fifth after a bronze-final defeat. Teodor competed not only in U18 but also in U15 -46 kg, while Wilda also tested herself in senior -70 kg. Liam fought in both U15 and U18 -66 kg, and Filip D and Abdulhadi “Abbe” competed in both U21 and senior -66 kg. Vidar competed in U15 -60 kg, Rasmus in U18 -60 kg, Shahrad in U18 -66 kg, Vincent in U18 -73 kg and Linus in U21 -73 kg.
The results list alone shows the club’s competitive ambition, but Landvetter’s report also made clear that the weekend was about much more than medals. Coaches Robert, Troy, Edvin, Emelie, Hugo and Linus were all part of the work around the team, guiding athletes through a packed competition schedule and supporting them through wins, losses and tough match situations. The club also gave special recognition to the many parents, siblings, teammates and friends who helped create the atmosphere around the squad.
That sense of community is central to Landvetter Judoklubb. The club’s official channels present Landvetter Judo as a place built on joy, social connection, challenge and personal development, where athletes can train at their own level and where competition is available for those who want to take the next step. At Budo-Nord Cup, that philosophy was visible in the way the club celebrated every athlete’s effort, not only the podium finishes.
Landvetter also thanked LUGI Judo, the volunteers, judges and everyone who contributed to the event. Their report highlighted the friendships across club borders, the shared experiences and the small memories that make a competition weekend special: athletes showing grit and character, teammates stepping up when needed, inside jokes from the trip and the kind of team moments that remain long after the medals have been packed away.
In that sense, Landvetter Judoklubb’s Budo-Nord Cup was a complete club performance. The medal row — senior gold for Hugo, U18 silver for Alma, U18 bronze for Teodor and U21 bronze for Wilda — gave the club clear sporting success. But the broader story was just as important: a large team gaining experience across age groups, several athletes testing double categories, coaches working together, supporters lifting the group and a club culture that turned the weekend in Lund into both a competitive success and a shared memory.
IK Västra Mölndal Took Four Medals on Day One
IK Västra Mölndal also had a strong first day at Budo-Nord Cup. The club started the day with eleven U18 competitors: Amanda, Nova, Nika, Freja, Lova, Emilia, Vuk, Axel, Milo, Samuel and Sam. In the senior categories, Maja, William and Ronja represented the club.
After many tough matches, IK Västra Mölndal returned with four medals. Ronja and Axel both won silver, while Nova and Emilia claimed bronze. The club described the opposition as tough and emphasized that the athletes brought home both medals and new challenges to work on in training.
That perspective is central to youth judo development. A tournament like Budo-Nord Cup gives athletes immediate feedback. A victory can confirm progress, while a loss can show exactly what needs to be improved. For IK Västra Mölndal, the trip to Lund produced both results and lessons.
The club also highlighted the efforts of coaches Ida, Elliot, Annika and Vilda, as well as the support from the cheering section. Once again, the result list only tells part of the story. Behind every medal is a team.
Judoklubben Budo Reached the Senior Podium
Judoklubben Budo had a productive afternoon in the senior categories. Holger won silver in senior -100 kg, while Julia claimed bronze in senior -52 kg.
These results gave the club two podium finishes in the senior divisions, adding to the competitive quality of the opening day. Senior medals at Budo-Nord Cup carry weight, because the divisions often include experienced athletes looking to test their level against international opposition.
Holger’s silver and Julia’s bronze also showed the value of clubs bringing senior athletes to an event that is often strongly associated with youth and junior development. Budo-Nord Cup is important because it offers meaningful competition across several age levels, from U15 to seniors.
Huvudstadens Judoklubb Took Bronze and Built Momentum
Huvudstadens Judoklubb also reached the podium in Lund. Gabbe took bronze in senior -73 kg, while Alex finished in fifth place. The club also looked ahead to the following day, when Leo and Gabbe were set to compete in the junior categories.
Gabbe’s senior bronze was an important result in a competitive division. The -73 kg category is traditionally one of the deepest and most tactical men’s categories in judo, and a podium finish at a large event like Budo-Nord Cup reflects strong preparation and execution.
Alex’s fifth place also showed that the club had athletes close to the medal matches. For many clubs, these fifth-place finishes can be both frustrating and motivating. They show that the level is there, but also that small details can decide whether an athlete reaches the podium.
Norwegian Success for Oslo Judoklubb
Oslo Judoklubb brought a small but very successful group to Lund. Vanessa and Angel travelled from Norway to compete, and according to the club, they did not travel in vain.
Vanessa won two silver medals, while Angel claimed bronze. Angel also defeated the eventual class winner during the preliminary rounds with a strong ura nage, one of the classic throwing techniques that can instantly change the direction of a match.
The club also noted that both Vanessa and Angel were now ready for European Cup opportunities. Vanessa was set to travel to Portugal the following weekend, while Angel was preparing for a European Cup debut later in the year.
This shows how Budo-Nord Cup can function as a stepping stone toward international competition. Strong performances in Lund can help athletes and coaches confirm that they are ready for the next level.
NTG Judo Showed the Strength of Norway’s Elite Development Environment
NTG Judo also delivered one of the strongest Norwegian performances at Budo-Nord Judo Cup 2026. The team from Norges Toppidrettsgymnas, where judo has been part of the elite sports programme since 1993, arrived in Lund with athletes who are used to combining school, structured training and high-level competition. NTG describes its judo programme as a complete development environment with technical training, randori, fight strategy, video analysis and physical preparation adapted to the demands of judo. (ntg.no)
That elite preparation was clearly visible on the tatami at Victoriastadion. NTG Judo returned from Budo-Nord Cup with a strong medal haul in the U21 and senior categories. Torstein won gold in U21 -66 kg, while Edvard took silver in U21 -73 kg and Fredrik added another silver in U21 -90 kg. Asal claimed bronze in U21 -63 kg, Thomas took bronze in U21 -81 kg, and Anna delivered a particularly impressive double result with bronze medals in both senior and U21 -70 kg.
The team also had athletes gaining valuable experience outside the podium. Max fought his way to seventh place in U18, while Emma and Nadia faced tough opposition and lost their matches, but still left Lund with important lessons for the next stage of their development. In a tournament with international opposition and large brackets, those experiences are part of the same long-term process as the medals.
For NTG Judo, the results in Lund underlined the quality of Norway’s structured elite pathway. The team’s performance showed both individual strength and depth across several categories, especially in U21, where athletes are preparing for the transition into senior international judo. With one gold, two silvers and several bronze medals, NTG Judo left Budo-Nord Cup with a clear message: the Norwegian talent environment continues to build, compete and move forward.
Ippon Judo & BJJ Finished as Third-Best Club Overall
Another standout Norwegian performance came from Ippon Judo & BJJ, one of Norway’s most prominent judo environments. The club, based in Bekkestua, describes itself as Norway’s most decorated judo club and offers both judo and Brazilian jiu-jitsu, with training groups ranging from children and youth to adults and competition-focused athletes. Ippon also emphasizes judo’s moral code, with values such as courtesy, respect and friendship forming a central part of the club culture.
At Budo-Nord Judo Cup 2026, Ippon showed both quality and depth across the two competition days. The club opened strongly on day one, when Lea Gubberud and Caspian Kjølner both won gold. Celine Traavik finished fifth, while Sviatoslav Horobchenko placed seventh. Already at that stage, Ippon had established itself as one of the strongest Norwegian clubs in Lund.
The momentum continued on day two, when the club delivered another set of impressive results. Torstein Brekke-Jenssen and Sviatoslav Horobchenko both won gold, Fredrik Solhaug claimed silver, and Asal Traavik, Ingrid Brekke-Jenssen and Sjur Almquist all took bronze. Ippon’s own competition report summed up the weekend with a total of four gold medals, one silver and three bronzes — enough to finish as the third-best club overall at the tournament.
The results also underline the level of athletes coming through the club. Torstein Brekke-Jenssen, for example, has previously been highlighted by Ippon in connection with selection for the European Youth Olympic Festival, showing that several of the club’s competitors are already part of a broader international development pathway. Asal Traavik has also been visible in international competition contexts, including a bronze result in U18 -63 kg at Budo Nord in a category with more than 20 participants.
For Swedish athletes, strong Norwegian clubs like Ippon Judo & BJJ add important value to Budo-Nord Cup. They bring a high competitive standard, different tactical patterns and a strong fighting spirit that raises the level of the whole tournament. Ippon’s performance in Lund was not only a medal success, but also a clear sign of the club’s depth and its role as one of the leading forces in Norwegian judo.
TalentBaseNL Finished Fourth After Eight Medals from a Young Dutch Team
TalentBaseNL from the Netherlands added another strong international dimension to Budo-Nord Judo Cup 2026. The Dutch team arrived in Lund with five young athletes — Lea Offenberg, Jimmy Schoormans, Samson Kremer, Alex Schouten and Riemer Jelte Buwalda — competing in the senior and U21 categories. Despite travelling with a compact squad, TalentBaseNL produced one of the most efficient team performances of the weekend.
Across the two competition days, the team collected eight medals in total. On the first day, TalentBaseNL won five medals in the senior categories, before adding another three medals on the second day in U21. That result was enough to place the team fourth in the ranking of the best clubs, an impressive achievement considering the size and youth of the group.
One of the individual highlights came from the photographer’s son, who could look back on a highly successful tournament after winning silver in both the senior and U21 categories. For a young athlete to reach two finals across two demanding divisions at an international event like Budo-Nord Cup shows both physical readiness and competitive maturity. The wider team result also gave coach John van der Meer good reason to be satisfied with the performance.
The result fits well with the philosophy behind TalentBaseNL. The organisation describes itself as an independent development institute connected to education, where young talented athletes are supported through a holistic approach to become the best version of themselves both as athletes and as people. Its core values include connection, development, perseverance, respect and passion, and the programme is based in Heerenveen with a clear focus on high-performance judo infrastructure.
Coach John van der Meer is also strongly connected to Dutch judo development. He is listed as a former Dutch national senior and junior coach, and has been highlighted in connection with major international junior success, including coaching Linde Hanstede to a Junior World title in 2025. TalentBaseNL’s own Instagram profile also presents the programme as a top-sport judo environment and talent partner of the Dutch Judo Federation, with Edwin Steringa, John van der Meer and Sebastiaan van Eck among the trainers.
After two intensive competition days, the Dutch team continued into LUGI Judo Camp under the guidance of Belgian world-class judoka Matthias Casse. That made the trip to Lund a complete development weekend: high-level competition first, followed by technical training and randori with one of Europe’s leading judokas. TalentBaseNL also sent compliments to the organisers, underlining the positive impression Budo-Nord Cup and LUGI Camp made on the visiting Dutch delegation.
Frövi Judoklubb Finished as Second-Best Club After a Huge Medal Haul
Frövi Judoklubb produced one of the most impressive team performances of Budo-Nord Judo Cup 2026. The club travelled to Lund with a large group and described the event as an international tournament with around 800 participants from 20 different countries. Against that level of opposition, Frövi’s athletes delivered across several age groups and weight categories, eventually finishing as the second-best club overall after collecting two gold medals, four silver medals and six bronze medals.
The club’s own report also matches the wider picture of Budo-Nord Cup as one of the major judo weekends of the spring. The official event information describes Budo-Nord Cup 2026 as taking place at Victoriastadion in Lund on 14–15 May, followed by LUGI Judo Camp on 16–17 May, with U15, U18, U21 and senior categories on the programme. Frövi Judoklubb’s website also highlighted the club’s participation in Budo-Nord Cup & Camp 2026 and described the event as one of the Nordic region’s largest judo competitions, with 670 starts from 103 clubs.
Frövi’s medal spread showed both quality and depth. In U15, Meja Peterson took bronze in -48 kg and Alvin Eriksson added bronze in -42 kg, while Wilme Eriksson placed ninth in -38 kg. In U18, Jack Teegelar won bronze in +90 kg, while several teammates came close to the podium, including Elsa Peterson with fifth place in -52 kg, Alvin Eriksson with fourth place in -46 kg and Abdalle Said Adan with fifth place in -90 kg.
The club’s U21 results were especially strong. Elsa Peterson won silver in -52 kg, Ida Lomvik claimed silver in -57 kg, Vera Karlsson Gårlid took bronze in -63 kg and Albin Forselius earned silver in -60 kg. Ali Hajiyev added one of the team’s major highlights by winning gold in U21 -81 kg. With several other athletes also placing in the top ten, Frövi showed that it had both podium contenders and competitive depth in the older youth and junior categories.
The senior categories brought even more success. Leila Avdic won gold in senior -57 kg, while Ida Lomvik took silver in the same weight class. Vera Karlsson Gårlid also reached the senior final in -63 kg and claimed silver, with Tyra Lovang adding bronze in the same category. Alma Alenback, Ebba Peterson, Ester Pagstedt, Ivar Rundkvist Troeng and Thor D’Hooge also gained important senior experience in a demanding field.
Behind the result list was a major team effort. Coaches Mattias Peterson, Carolina Peterson and Peter Andersson guided the group through a packed competition weekend, where Frövi’s athletes showed strong judo despite tough international competition. After the tournament, the club continued into two days of LUGI Judo Camp, led by Belgian world champion Matthias Casse. The official camp information describes LUGI Judo Camp as a high-quality training camp with daily randori and technical training, designed to challenge and develop judokas preparing for national and international competition.
For Frövi Judoklubb, the weekend in Lund became a complete demonstration of club strength. The medal total — two gold, four silver and six bronze — was enough to make the club second-best overall, but the broader picture was just as important: a large squad competing across age groups, athletes gaining international experience, coaches supporting throughout the weekend and a full team continuing into camp training after the competition. Frövi left Budo-Nord Cup 2026 as one of the clearest success stories of the event.
Borås Judoklubb Collected Medals and Experience
Borås Judoklubb competed with 13 athletes across the two competition days and described the event as a major international tournament with around 1,100 participants from approximately 20 countries.
The club returned home with two medals. Albin Svensson won bronze in U18, while Neo Wikander claimed silver in U15. Both results came after tough matches in a large field, and the club emphasized that all its athletes fought hard.
Borås also pointed to the broader value of the weekend: wins, losses and many lessons. That summary fits Budo-Nord Cup well. A competition of this size is demanding, and every match gives athletes information about their level, their preparation and their next steps.
The club then looked ahead to two days of training at LUGI Judo Camp, showing how the competition and camp together create a complete development experience.
Kroppefjäll Judo Turned International Opposition into Valuable Experience and U15 Medals
Kroppefjäll Judo brought a small but highly motivated team to Budo-Nord Judo Cup 2026, with Alice, Tilde, Anton and Philip representing the club in Lund. The club, based in Melleruds kommun, describes itself as a young and growing association with a focus on giving children and young people the opportunity to develop through judo. Since its restart in November 2024, Kroppefjäll Judoklubb has built an active environment with around 60 practitioners between the ages of 6 and 65, welcoming both beginners and experienced competitors in a setting built around joy, community and personal development.
At Victoriastadion, that development work produced clear results. Kroppefjäll described Budo-Nord Cup as a large international competition with close to 700 participants from 21 countries, where the club’s young athletes faced opposition from nations including Finland, France, Germany, Denmark and Norway. Several categories featured large brackets, many matches and demanding international competition, giving the Dalsland athletes exactly the kind of experience that can accelerate their growth.
The strongest podium results came in the U15 categories. Anton Willner delivered an excellent performance and won gold in U15 -34 kg, giving Kroppefjäll one of its major highlights of the weekend. Philip Willner also stepped onto the podium after taking bronze in U15 -38 kg. Together, the two U15 medals showed that the club’s younger competitors could handle both the pressure and the international level of the event.
In the U21 -52 kg category, Tilde Cedervall Claesson and Alice Johansson gained valuable experience in a tough field. Tilde finished fourth and ninth, while Alice placed fifth and ninth, results that showed how close both athletes were to the podium while also underlining the depth of the category. For a developing club, these placements are important. They give athletes concrete feedback, expose them to higher match tempo and help shape the next steps in training.
The weekend also continued beyond the competition itself. Kroppefjäll looked ahead to the opportunity to train with Belgian world star Matthias Casse during LUGI Judo Camp. The club highlighted Casse’s achievements as 2021 world champion, Olympic bronze medallist in Tokyo and former world number one in -81 kg. For young athletes from a growing club, sharing the tatami with a judoka of that level is a major source of inspiration and a rare learning opportunity.
Kroppefjäll’s participation in Lund also fits into a broader period of strong activity for the club. Earlier in the spring, the club hosted Dalsland Open Judo 1 2026 in Mellerud, an event that gathered a record 260 young competitors and showed how quickly Kroppefjäll has become an active organiser as well as a competitive club. That combination — arranging events at home and seeking tough international competition away — gives the club a strong platform for continued development.
For Kroppefjäll Judo, Budo-Nord Cup 2026 became a complete judo weekend. Anton’s gold and Philip’s bronze gave the club clear podium success, while Alice and Tilde collected important U21 experience in demanding brackets. Add the international opposition, the atmosphere at Victoriastadion and the following camp with Matthias Casse, and the trip to Lund became much more than a tournament. It was another step in the club’s ongoing growth, with young athletes continuing to build confidence, resilience and valuable international experience.
Skövde Judoklubb Turned a Tough Competition into Valuable Camp Development
Skövde Judoklubb had a demanding but educational weekend at Budo-Nord Judo Cup 2026. The club entered athletes in U15, U18 and U21, but this time the competition results did not bring any podium finishes. In its own summary from Lund, Skövde described the results as mixed and noted that all competitors finished unplaced, while also stressing the importance of regrouping, learning from the matches and coming back stronger next year.
That attitude captured an important part of what Budo-Nord Cup is about. In a large international tournament, not every club returns home with medals, but every match can still become a valuable step in development. For Skövde’s judokas, the weekend offered tough opposition, important competitive experience and a clear picture of what needs to be sharpened before the next major event.
The club also made full use of the training opportunity that followed the tournament. When LUGI Judo Camp began, Ralle and Mille completed three two-hour sessions on the mat during the first camp day, followed by two more sessions the next day. Skövde described the camp as strong, with good coaches and plenty of high-quality training. That fits well with the official concept of LUGI Judo Camp, which follows directly after Budo-Nord Cup and combines randori sessions with technical training for judokas preparing for national and international competition.
Skövde Judoklubb is a broad club offering judo from around the age of three and upwards, with groups for children, youth and adults. The trip to Lund therefore became more than just a competition weekend. It was a chance for the club’s athletes to test themselves in one of the largest judo environments of the spring, then immediately continue building through demanding camp sessions. Even without medals, Skövde left Budo-Nord Cup with match experience, training volume and motivation for the next step.
Kristianstad Judoklubb Took U21 Bronze After Two Intense Competition Days
Kristianstad Judoklubb completed two demanding days at Budo-Nord Judo Cup 2026 with several hard-fought matches and one clear podium highlight. The club arrived in Lund with athletes ready for U18, senior, U15 and U21 action, and its early update from Victoriastadion showed the group weighed in and prepared before the competition started. Budo-Nord Cup’s official format placed U18 and seniors on Thursday 14 May, followed by U15 and U21 on Friday 15 May, giving clubs like Kristianstad a packed two-day competition schedule.
The best result for Kristianstad came from Tindra, who claimed bronze in U21 after a strong run with four victories and one loss. Her medal became the club’s main highlight from the weekend and showed the ability to respond well after an early setback. Axel also delivered a strong effort in U15, finishing seventh after two wins and two losses in a tough category. Kristianstad’s own report described the opposition as difficult, just as it usually is at Budo-Nord Cup, but also highlighted the many good fighting performances the club got to experience during the two days.
For Kristianstad Judoklubb, the Lund weekend was another valuable step in a demanding competition environment. Not every match ended with a medal, but the club left Victoriastadion with a U21 bronze, a U15 seventh place and important experience against strong opposition. The club also thanked LUGI Judoklubb for another well-run event, underlining the respect between participating clubs and organisers that helps make Budo-Nord Cup one of the key judo weekends of the spring.
Trollhättans Judoklubb Combined Competition, Camp Training and Team Spirit
Trollhättans Judoklubb also had athletes in action during Budo-Nord Judo Cup 2026, where the club’s U18 and senior judokas tested themselves against tough opposition at Victoriastadion in Lund. The standout competition result came from Mira, who claimed bronze in -63 kg after a strong day on the tatami. In a demanding international field, her podium finish became an important highlight for the club and another sign of the development taking place within Trollhättan’s competition group.
The weekend, however, became about more than the competition itself. When Budo-Nord and LUGI Judo Camp came to an end, the club highlighted a final day filled with good technical training and many tough randori rounds. The camp gave the athletes the chance to finish the weekend with valuable training on the mat, after already having tested themselves in competition. That combination of matches first and training afterwards is one of the strongest parts of the Lund weekend, allowing judokas to immediately turn competition experience into practical development.
Trollhättans Judoklubb also emphasized the atmosphere outside the tatami, describing the weekend as both fun and valuable for the group. The club thanked LUGI Judoklubb for a well-organised competition and a strong camp, and also directed special thanks to world champion Matthias Casse for inspiring and educational training sessions. Casse’s presence gave the camp an extra dimension, offering young athletes the chance to learn from one of the sport’s leading international names.
The club’s wider philosophy fits well with that experience. Trollhättans Judoklubb presents itself as an inclusive and learning sports association where athletes should feel welcome regardless of background or level, while still encouraging competition for those who want to challenge themselves. In Lund, that approach was clearly visible: the athletes gained hard matches, high-quality randori, technical inspiration and shared memories from a full judo weekend. Together with Skövde Judo and Mariestads Judoklubb also being mentioned around the camp experience, the report showed how the Budo-Nord weekend created connections across clubs as well as development within each team.
Österlen Budo Klubb Found Inspiration and Development at LUGI Judo Camp
Österlen Budo Klubb also made the trip to Lund during the Budo-Nord and LUGI Judo Camp weekend, with Benjamin, Kazandra, Jakub, Magdalena, Alexander and Patrick representing the club at the popular camp. While many clubs combined competition with training, Österlen’s report focused on the value of the camp itself: two intensive and inspiring days where its judokas trained together with participants from many different clubs and gained new experience both on and off the tatami.
The Sjöbo-based club describes itself as “den lilla klubben med det stora hjärtat” — the small club with the big heart — and is listed by the Swedish Judo Federation as Österlen Budo Klubb in Sjöbo, Skåne. Its own channels also show that LUGI Judo Camp was part of the club’s spring calendar, underlining that the trip to Lund was a planned development opportunity for its members.
At the camp, Österlen’s athletes took part in high-level technical sessions, randori and shared training with judokas from several other clubs. The major attraction was Belgian star Matthias Casse, who was presented by LUGI Judo as the 2026 guest coach. Casse’s achievements include the 2021 world title and Olympic bronze in Tokyo, making him one of Europe’s most respected modern judokas.
For Benjamin, Kazandra, Jakub, Magdalena, Alexander and Patrick, the weekend became a chance to learn from one of the sport’s elite names while also experiencing the wider judo community that surrounds a major event. Österlen Budo Klubb’s report described the camp as a fantastic opportunity to develop, gather new inspiration and feel the togetherness that makes judo special. For a club built around community and long-term development, the Lund weekend offered exactly that: motivation, technical input and shared memories to bring back home to Österlen.
Göteborgs Judoklubb Celebrated Bronze in Senior -81 kg
Göteborgs Judoklubb also reached the podium at Budo-Nord Cup 2026. Charlie won bronze in men’s -81 kg, one of the most competitive senior categories.
The club also had Linus, Viktor and Nicole in action, and reported that all of them won matches and fought well. In addition, Göteborgs Judoklubb was represented among the officials, with Dick and Antonina serving as referees.
That is an important reminder of how clubs contribute to a major event. Athletes are the most visible part of the tournament, but referees, coaches and volunteers are just as essential. Without officials and club people willing to support the structure of the event, a competition of this size could not function.
Charlie’s bronze, combined with the club’s broader participation, made Göteborgs Judoklubb another important part of the weekend’s story.
Aktiv Judo Returned Home with Four Athletes and Four Medals
Aktiv Judo produced one of the most efficient club performances of the weekend at Budo-Nord Judo Cup 2026. With four athletes on the tatami, the club managed to claim four medals in total: one gold, one silver and two bronze medals.
The success began already on day one, when Aktiv Judo took both gold and bronze. That strong opening gave the club a flying start in Lund and showed that its judokas were ready to perform against the demanding international opposition at Victoriastadion.
The momentum continued on day two, where Vincent fought his way to a bronze medal and Andrea delivered another strong performance to secure silver. With medals on both competition days, Aktiv Judo showed consistency across the weekend and confirmed that the club could compete at a high level in several categories.
For a club to travel with four competitors and return with four medals is a clear sign of quality, preparation and competitive focus. Each athlete contributed to the final result, making Aktiv Judo’s performance one of the standout club efforts of the tournament. The medal row — gold, silver, bronze and bronze — reflected not only individual success but also the strength of the club’s training environment and team spirit.
SPIF Judo Brought a Strong Youth Team to Lund
SPIF Judo, Stockholmspolisens IF Judo from Midsommarkransen in Stockholm, also made a strong impression at Budo-Nord Judo Cup 2026. The club, founded in 1961 and known for its long tradition within Swedish judo, travelled to Lund with a group of young athletes ready to test themselves against international opposition. SPIF’s own club identity as “Mästarklubben Midsommarkransen” reflects a long-standing competitive culture, and that tradition was visible again during the Kristi Himmelsfärd weekend in Skåne.
The tournament offered tough matches against competitors from several nationalities, and SPIF returned with an impressive medal haul. Matilda claimed silver, while Felicia, Markiian, Benjamin and Natalie all fought their way to bronze medals. Enzo reached fifth place twice, and Emilia also finished fifth, showing that several SPIF athletes were close to the podium in demanding brackets. Märta, Jenna, William, Alexander and Kaede also gained valuable experience after several hard matches, even though they did not place this time.
For SPIF Judo, the weekend was another example of how Budo-Nord Cup functions as both a competition and a development platform. The medals showed the club’s quality, but the wider group effort was just as important. With several young athletes facing international opposition, the Lund weekend gave SPIF valuable match experience, confidence and new lessons to bring back to training in Stockholm. After the competition, the group also continued into two more demanding days of training, making the trip a full judo weekend of both performance and development.
Uppsala Judoklubb Dominated U15 -55 kg and Took Gold on the Girls’ Side
Uppsala Judoklubb delivered one of the most eye-catching Swedish team performances at Budo-Nord Judo Cup 2026. The club described the weekend in Lund as a major success at what it called Sweden’s largest judo competition, with athletes from across Europe and very tough international opposition.
Uppsala Judoklubb is an active competition club that offers everything from recreational and technical judo to competition-focused training, and that competitive environment was clearly visible at Victoriastadion.
The standout result came in the U15 -55 kg category, where Uppsala completely dominated and claimed the full medal set. Melker won gold, Ture took silver and Mykola secured bronze, giving the club a rare one-two-three finish in a strong field. It was a powerful team performance and a clear sign of the depth Uppsala has built in this age group.
On the girls’ side, Johanna also impressed in -63 kg, winning gold after four straight victories and strong judo throughout the day. Her result added another major highlight to an already successful weekend for the club.
Beyond the medals, Uppsala also highlighted several other strong performances. Max, Hugo, Ida, Johannes, Valter and Teodor all fought well against hard opposition from both Sweden and international clubs, gaining valuable experience in a demanding environment.
The club also gave credit to coaches Erica and Johan for their support throughout the competition days. Taken together, Uppsala Judoklubb’s results showed both individual quality and impressive team depth, making the club one of the clearest Swedish success stories of Budo-Nord Cup 2026.
Knivsta Judoklubb Took Two Silver Medals with a Close-Knit Youth Team
Knivsta Judoklubb travelled to Budo-Nord Judo Cup 2026 with five athletes and returned from Lund with two silver medals after two demanding competition days.
The club described the event as a major tournament with more than 1,000 judokas on the tatami, and its report underlined both the difficulty of the opposition and the effort shown by the whole group. Knivsta Judoklubb presents itself as a broad club for children, youth and recreational athletes, while also having a large number of competitive judokas, and that mix of development and competition was visible throughout the weekend.
Ariel competed in U15 and fought her way to a silver medal, while Olivia competed in both U18 and U21 and also secured silver. The two podium finishes gave Knivsta a strong medal return in a large international field. Smoothcomp’s results also confirm Olivia Ghazal Jansson’s second place for Knivsta Judoklubb, with Nova Backlund from IK Västra Mölndal and Guynitt Mambueni from France among the bronze medallists in the same result listing.
Vide, Hugo and Lars also represented the club in tough categories. Vide competed in U18 and U21, Hugo in senior and U21, and Lars in U15. They did not manage to secure wins this time, but the club described several good matches from the group, with plenty of “blood, sweat and tears” along the way.
Just as importantly, Knivsta highlighted the way its young athletes supported each other, sharing tips and advice during the competition day — a detail that says a lot about the club culture around the team.
The weekend also continued a strong competitive period for Knivsta’s young judokas. Earlier in 2026, Olivia had been highlighted after winning gold in Oxelösund, following previous success with silver at the Swedish Championships and bronze at Danish Open, while Ariel also took medals in the same competition period. At Budo-Nord Cup, both athletes again showed that they can perform in demanding environments.
With Emil Mattsson coaching, support from Oskar Jaskari and parents helping around the team, Knivsta Judoklubb’s trip to Lund became another valuable step for a group that continues to gain experience, resilience and confidence in large competition settings.
Borlänge Judoklubb Celebrated a Perfect Gold Performance from Lova
Borlänge Judoklubb also had a golden highlight at Budo-Nord Judo Cup 2026 through Lova, who delivered one of the most technically complete individual performances of the weekend. The club, based at Kampsportens Hus on Teknikergatan in Borlänge, has a broad training structure with groups for young children, youth beginners, continuation groups, adults and specific girls’ training, showing a club environment built both for recruitment and long-term development.
In Lund, Lova made full use of that foundation. According to Borlänge Judoklubb’s report, she won the category after four straight victories, beginning with a match against a German opponent before facing three Swedish judokas. Even more impressive was the way she won: all four matches were decided by ippon. The first two victories came through well-executed throws, while both the semi-final and final were won by armlock, giving her gold after a performance that combined attacking judo, technical variation and secure finishing.
For Borlänge Judoklubb, Lova’s gold was more than a single result. At an international event like Budo-Nord Cup, where athletes meet different styles and high-pressure match situations, four straight ippon wins show maturity, confidence and the ability to adapt from tachi-waza to ne-waza. The performance also continued a strong competitive period for the club, with Borlänge previously highlighting major national success for Lova and Thelma earlier in 2026. Lova’s victory in Lund therefore became another clear sign of the quality coming through the Borlänge environment — and one of the standout individual gold medals of the tournament.
Karlstad Judoklubb Took Three Medals with Three Athletes
Karlstad Judoklubb produced one of the most efficient Swedish club performances at Budo-Nord Judo Cup 2026. With only three athletes in action, the club returned from Lund with three medals — a full medal return that underlined both quality and preparation.
Ester Wallin opened the medal account with silver in U15 -52 kg, giving Karlstad an important podium result in one of the younger categories. Josephine Österberg followed with bronze in U21 -48 kg, while Sebastian also claimed bronze as the club completed the competition with three medals from three competitors.
The result was another strong sign of the level within Karlstad Judoklubb’s competition group. Josephine Österberg and Sebastian Österberg have also previously been highlighted by the club in connection with selection for the Swedish national U18 development groups, showing that Karlstad has athletes who are active in a wider national development environment.
For Karlstad Judoklubb, Budo-Nord Cup became a compact but highly successful weekend. Every athlete contributed to the medal tally, and the club could leave Lund with silver, bronze and bronze after a competition that gathered strong opposition from Sweden and abroad. In a large international field, three medals from three starters is a result that stands out — and another clear example of how Swedish clubs used Budo-Nord Cup 2026 to show both depth and quality on the tatami.
Brøndby Judo Klub Took U21 Gold
From Denmark, Brøndby Judo Klub celebrated one of the standout U21 results. Romeo Fernando won a gold medal and trophy in the U21 category, giving the club a strong success in Lund.
U21 is a key age group in judo development. It is close to senior level and often features athletes preparing for bigger national and international challenges. A gold medal in this category at Budo-Nord Cup is therefore an important achievement.
Romeo Fernando’s victory also contributed to the Danish presence at the event. Alongside other Danish clubs, Brøndby helped strengthen the international quality of the tournament.
Svendborg Judo Klub Turned Budo-Nord Cup into Gold, Silver and Camp Development
Svendborg Judo Klub from Denmark made a strong impression during Budo-Nord Judo Cup 2026 and the following LUGI Camp weekend. The club, based at Østre Havnevej in Svendborg, presents itself around the values of “motion, sjov og fællesskab”, with training for children, youth and adults, as well as Brazilian jiu-jitsu. The club’s own profile also underlines a broad environment where both beginners and medal-hungry competitors can develop in a safe and ambitious setting.
The main competition highlight came through Emil Lund Madsen, who won gold on the first day of Budo-Nord Cup. After finishing seventh at the 2025 edition, Emil returned to Lund and took the title after three victories before the final, where he defeated Kalle Mattsson from Stockholms Judoklubb. Smoothcomp’s 2026 results also list Emil Madsen from Svendborg Judo Klub as the gold medallist ahead of Kalle Mattsson, with Albin Svensson from Borås JK among the bronze medallists.
Svendborg’s other athletes also gained valuable match experience in tough categories. Bjørn Midtiby had to accept how demanding it is to step up into -66 kg at a major Nordic event, while Lasse Rosager faced a similar challenge in senior -66 kg. Simon returned from senior -81 kg with one win and two losses. On day two, the club again showed progress: Lasse, who has only trained judo for two years, won two matches and lost two, impressing the club with his systematic and controlled fighting despite still being an orange belt. Emil reached another final and added silver, while Simon opened aggressively with a quick throw in his first match before losing his next two bouts.
The club’s report also pointed to something beyond the results: Svendborg felt that its tactical system was beginning to work. The athletes fought with patience, overview and structure, which is exactly the kind of development a major event like Budo-Nord Cup can reveal. Emil’s own athlete page also shows that he had looked forward to Budo-Nord Cup and the camp as an important event in his 2026 calendar, and his selection for Judo Denmark’s cadet national team earlier in the year underlines the level of ambition around his continued development.
After the competition, Svendborg continued into the training camp, which the club described as a strong opportunity for quality training, tough sparring and work on specific technical and tactical details. The group included Lasse, Bjørn, Emil and Simon, coach Roland, and guest athletes Svend A. Gall from Phoenix Judo in Odense and Silas Hundt from Washi Judo Klub. With all camp training led by Belgian world-class judoka Matthias Casse, the weekend became a full development experience for the Danish team. Svendborg thanked LUGI Judoklubb for the event, Karl Baker for flexibility and sponsor K.E. Automobiler ApS for supporting the trip — a sign that the club’s success in Lund was built not only on individual performances, but also on teamwork, planning and a strong support network.
Judoklubben Mitani Returned with Medals from Sweden
Judoklubben Mitani also travelled to Lund and described Budo-Nord Cup as a competition with over 1,000 fighters. The Danish club brought five competitors and reported strong efforts from all of them.
Olivia won silver, Elena claimed bronze, and Rikke finished fourth. Oliver placed 13th and Adrian 17th after fighting hard in their pools.
For Mitani, the event offered both success and experience. A silver and a bronze medal gave the club clear podium results, while the other athletes gained valuable matches in large and competitive brackets.
The club’s report emphasized hard fighting and strong effort, which is often the most important takeaway from an international youth and junior tournament. The results in Lund will give the athletes important lessons to bring back to training in Denmark.
Odense Judo Kai Added More Danish Energy
Odense Judo Kai also had athletes in action at Budo-Nord Cup. Amaya, Emilia and Lucas represented the club, while Ayana from Tommy Macias Academy, who also trains regularly with Odense, was part of the group connected to the club environment.
Their social media post focused on strong fights, good experiences and valuable time on the tatami. The message “Together we fight. Together we win” summed up the club’s approach to the event.
Not every important contribution to a tournament is measured only by medals. For many athletes, especially younger competitors, the value lies in stepping onto the mat, handling nerves, facing new opponents and learning from the experience. Odense Judo Kai’s participation reflected exactly that spirit.
Aarhus Judo Klub Turned the Lund Weekend into Learning, Team Spirit and Inspiration
Aarhus Judo Klub also travelled from Denmark to Lund for a full weekend at Budo-Nord Judo Cup and LUGI Judo Camp. The club arrived with a mixed team consisting of both experienced competitors and newer, less experienced judokas, which made the trip valuable on several levels. For some athletes, the weekend was about testing themselves in a large international competition environment. For others, it was about gaining experience, watching high-level judo up close and becoming more comfortable in the demanding atmosphere of a major event.
The club described the weekend as full of learning, development and strong togetherness. Several exciting matches were fought, and the athletes collected valuable experience both on and off the tatami. Just as importantly, the trip gave the group a chance to see skilled judokas from across Europe compete at a high level, adding inspiration and perspective for both younger and older members of the team.
Aarhus Judo Klub’s wider club profile also fits well with this kind of international club trip. The club describes itself as a training community with a high level of practice, good coaches and a positive atmosphere, and offers judo for both children and adults from its base at Finlandsgade 25 in Aarhus N. The club also notes that English-speaking members are welcome, underlining an open and inclusive training environment.
After the competition, the weekend continued with LUGI Judo Camp, which followed directly after Budo-Nord Cup on 16–17 May. The camp was built around randori and technical training, and featured Belgian star Matthias Casse as guest coach. Casse was presented by LUGI Judo as one of the world’s leading judokas, with achievements including the 2021 world title and Olympic bronze in Tokyo.
For Aarhus Judo Klub, the chance to train with Casse became one of the major highlights of the trip. Sharing the tatami with an Olympic medallist and world champion gave both experienced and newer judokas a powerful source of motivation. The Lund weekend therefore became much more than a tournament journey for the Danish club. It became a complete judo experience built around competition, learning, friendship and inspiration for the next steps back home in Aarhus.
Nordic Clubs Strengthened the International Character
The combined performances of Norwegian, Danish and Swedish clubs gave Budo-Nord Cup 2026 a clear Nordic identity. Swedish clubs naturally formed a large part of the field, but the presence of strong Norwegian and Danish teams raised the level of competition and gave athletes more varied opposition.
For Swedish judokas, meeting opponents from Norway and Denmark is an important part of development. The styles are familiar enough to create competitive balance, but different enough to force adaptation. For Norwegian and Danish clubs, Lund offers a strong event with many matches, a professional structure and the added value of the camp weekend.
This kind of Nordic exchange is important for the future of judo in the region. It allows clubs to build relationships, athletes to gain experience and coaches to compare development across borders.
LUGI Judo Camp Turned Competition into Learning
After two days of competition, the weekend continued with LUGI Judo Camp on 16 and 17 May. This camp format is one of the most valuable parts of the Budo-Nord weekend.
Instead of travelling home immediately after competition, athletes had the chance to return to the tatami in a learning environment. The focus shifted from winning matches to improving judo. Randori sessions, technical training and shared practice gave athletes the chance to process what had happened during the tournament and continue developing.
The camp included training sessions for all ages, with randori groups and technical sessions across the weekend. For many athletes, this may have been just as important as the competition itself. A medal is a strong achievement, but the lessons from a high-level camp can influence training for months.
Matthias Casse Brought World-Class Inspiration
One of the highlights of LUGI Judo Camp 2026 was the presence of Belgian world-class judoka Matthias Casse. Casse is one of the best-known names in modern judo, with achievements including the 2021 world title and Olympic bronze in Tokyo.
His presence gave the camp a major boost. For young judokas in Sweden and the Nordic countries, the chance to train with a world champion is a rare experience. It brings international elite judo closer and helps athletes understand what the highest level demands.
Several clubs mentioned the opportunity to train with Casse as a major part of the weekend. Kroppefjäll Judo, for example, highlighted his world title, Olympic bronze and former status as world number one in -81 kg. For their athletes, and for many others in Lund, the camp offered inspiration beyond the competition results.
Training with an athlete of Casse’s level can make a deep impression. It is not only about learning a technique. It is about seeing the intensity, precision, movement and mindset that define world-class judo.
Volunteers, Coaches and Referees Carried the Event
A tournament of this size depends on much more than the athletes. Budo-Nord Cup 2026 was built by organisers, volunteers, referees, coaches, parents and club members working together throughout the weekend.
Several club reports thanked LUGI Judo, judges, volunteers and everyone who contributed to the event. That gratitude is important. Large judo competitions require long hours, detailed planning and constant problem-solving. From weigh-ins and match order to livestreams and award ceremonies, every part of the event depends on people doing their work well.
The presence of referees from different clubs also added to the quality of the event. Refereeing is a crucial part of athlete development, especially when young judokas are learning to compete under serious conditions. A clear and consistent refereeing environment helps create fair matches and prepares athletes for future national and international events.
Budo-Nord Cup as a Development Platform
The results from Budo-Nord Cup 2026 show that the event is both a competition and a development platform. Some athletes came to Lund and won gold. Others reached the podium, placed fifth or seventh, or left without a ranking but with important experience.
All of those outcomes matter. In judo, development is rarely linear. A young athlete may lose early in one tournament and win a medal the next month. A senior athlete may discover a technical weakness in Lund and use that lesson to improve before the next championship. A coach may see a pattern across several matches and adjust the club’s training focus.
That is why Budo-Nord Cup has become so valuable. It gives clubs information. It gives athletes pressure. It gives coaches material to work with. And when combined with LUGI Judo Camp, it offers an immediate opportunity to turn competition experience into training development.
The Club Reports Showed the Heart of the Weekend
The social media reports from the clubs helped tell the real story of the weekend. They showed the medals, but also the emotion around them. They mentioned golds, silvers and bronzes, but also fifth places, hard matches, lessons, teammates, supporters and coaches.
IK Södra Judo celebrated five medals on day one. Staffanstorp highlighted its U18 gold medals. Landvetter described a full team journey. IK Västra Mölndal brought home four medals and new training goals. Oslo Judoklubb connected its success to future European Cup starts. Ippon Judo & BJJ delivered two gold medals. Borås Judoklubb returned with medals and experience from a huge international field. Kroppefjäll Judo combined U15 medals with international learning. Göteborgs Judoklubb celebrated senior bronze and referee participation. Brøndby Judo Klub took U21 gold. Mitani returned to Denmark with medals. Odense Judo Kai focused on experience, unity and the value of fighting together.
Together, these reports created a wide and lively picture of Budo-Nord Cup 2026. The event was not defined by one club or one result. It was defined by the collective effort of many clubs contributing to a strong Nordic judo weekend.
More Than a Medal Hunt
Budo-Nord Judo Cup 2026 was clearly about more than medals. The podium results were important, and the athletes who won medals deserved their recognition. But the deeper value of the event was found in the combination of competition, learning and community.
For young athletes, the weekend offered a chance to experience a large international tournament. For U18 and U21 competitors, it provided a serious test on the road toward senior judo. For senior athletes, it offered meaningful matches against strong opposition. For coaches, it created a clear picture of what their athletes need next. For clubs, it strengthened team culture.
That is the strength of events like Budo-Nord Cup. They bring together all parts of the judo environment. The youngest competitors can watch seniors. Senior athletes can support younger teammates. Coaches can exchange ideas. Referees can contribute to development. Parents and supporters can see the work behind the results.
A Strong Signal for Nordic Judo
When the final camp session ended on Sunday, Budo-Nord Judo Cup and LUGI Judo Camp 2026 had once again shown the strength of Nordic judo. The event gathered a large international field, produced strong performances from clubs across several countries and gave athletes the chance to continue learning after competition.
The 2026 edition confirmed that Lund has become an important judo destination. With its combination of serious competition, professional organisation, international participation and high-level camp training, Budo-Nord Cup offers something that few tournaments can match.
For the medal winners, Lund will be remembered as a place of achievement. For others, it will be remembered as a place of lessons, hard matches and new motivation. For the clubs, it was a weekend of shared effort, team spirit and development.
Above all, Budo-Nord Judo Cup 2026 showed that judo in the Nordic region is alive, ambitious and growing. The athletes left Lund with medals, memories and new goals. And for many of them, the work toward the next competition had already begun before the weekend was over.
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