PARIS,FRANCE (VINnews)-Israeli judoka Peter Paltchik won a bronze medal in judo, creating a deeply emotional moment as he broke down with his coach, Oren Smadja. The victory held particular significance given Smadja’s recent loss of his son, Omer, in Gaza only a month ago. The scene resonated profoundly with the entire country, illustrating the intertwining of sports, personal grief, and national sentiment.
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Smadja, a former Olympic medalist himself, has been a guiding force for Paltchik throughout his career. The bronze medal win was a testament to their strong bond and shared determination, despite the personal tragedy Smadja has endured.
For shame!
Over 2,000 years ago, we fought a three-decades lasting civil war against Jews participating in Greek games. At least at that time, we won.