Rule Clarification for Upcoming National Events

Published Thu 10 Feb 2022

Following the recent IJF rule updates relating to the 2022 - 2024 Olympic Games Cycle, Judo Australia can confirm, the updated referee rules will be in effect from the Canberra International Open (19-20 February 2022) and at all International Open and National Championship events.

The new IJF Judogi rules will not be applied and the current Judogi rules will remain unamended.

For a closer look at the rule changes, visit the IJF website or watch the following video: 2022 - 2024 IJF Judo Rules.