National judokas who became Balkan champions welcomed at Erzurum Airport

National athletes Rabia Zümra Dönmez and Zehra Polat, who won gold medals at the Super Minors Balkan Judo Championship held in Bosnia and Herzegovina's capital Sarajevo, were welcomed with flowers at Erzurum Airport. Minister of National Education Yusuf Tekin, protocol members, and families attended the welcoming ceremony.

The Super Minors Balkan Judo Championship took place on October 24-25 in Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Turkey was represented in the organization by a total of 77 athletes, comprising 39 boys and 38 girls. As a result of the competitions, athletes participating from Erzurum, Rabia Zümra Dönmez in the 28 kg category and Zehra Polat in the 44 kg category, defeated their opponents to win the gold medals. Additionally, Furkan Akçay secured 5th place in the championship.

At the welcoming ceremony held at Erzurum Airport, Minister of National Education Yusuf Tekin, Governor Aydın Baruş, AK Party Erzurum Deputy Mehmet Emin Öz, Erzurum Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Mehmet Sekmen, Provincial Director of Youth and Sports Levent Çakmur, and Sports Services Manager Erdoğan Dönmez congratulated the athletes. Provincial Director of Youth and Sports Levent Çakmur stated that the gathering was unforgettable and meaningful for the athletes.