The Abu Dhabi Grand Slam kicked off on Thursday as the World Judo Tour returned to the United Arab Emirates, delivering historic gold for Azerbaijan's Konul Aliyeva and another title for compatriot Balabay Aghayev.
Tihea Topolovec and Sukhrob Boqiev also secured stunning victories, while France's Martha Fawaz struck gold on an action-packed opening day of competition.
