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Jiu-jitsu: Itiela Mazas finishes fourth at Youth World Championships

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Madagascan Itiela Mazas, 12, finished fourth at the 2026 World Youth Jiu-Jitsu Championship in the Girls GI Junior Grey under-57kg category. She beat Raghad Aiman 13-1 in the quarter-finals before losing in the semi-finals and bronze-medal bout, according to NewsMada.

Itiela Mazas beat Raghad Aiman 13-1 in the quarter-finals of the Girls GI Junior Grey under-57kg category at the 2026 World Youth Jiu-Jitsu Championships in Abu Dhabi. The 12-year-old Madagascan fighter thus reached the semi-finals, according to NewsMada.

In the semi-final, Itiela Mazas lost on points to Iana Popaz after a bout marked by grip battles and attempts at control. She then faced Victoria Razhko for the bronze medal, losing by submission and finishing just off the podium, according to NewsMada.

The performance continues Madagascar’s progress in jiu-jitsu, following the six gold medals won at the African Open on 10 August 2026. Madagascar wins six golds at the African Open.

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