Kristiina Pekkola

Russian celebration after judo victory

Ajub Blijev became the first Russian judoka in just over two years to celebrate with the flag and national anthem when he won the grand slam tournament in Abu Dhabi.

Russia back in Putin's favorite sport: "Sad"

Now Russia is allowed to compete under the Russian flag again in Vladimir Putin's favorite sport, judo. It's sad, but what can you do, says Swedish federation chairwoman Kristiina Pekkola.

Babulfath May Face Further Punishment

Bronze Hero Babulfath Could Have Switched National Teams

Sweden has taken its first Olympic Games medal in Paris, but it could just as well have gone to the United Arab Emirates. Bronze medalist Tara Babulfath pondered switching national teams. I understand that Tara didn't have any confidence in the Swedish Judo Association, given how she had been treated, says Chairman Kristiina Pekkola.