Get ready for an exciting week of gripping action as the highly-anticipated 62nd edition of the World Judo Championships is set to take place from 7-14 May in Doha, Qatar.

For the first time in history, the capital city of the Arabian Gulf country will host this prestigious event, which is expected to attract over 600 competitors from approximately 100 countries.

With 15 world titles up for grabs, including 7 individual categories for men and women, and a team event on the final day, the competition promises to be a thrilling showcase of skill, strength, and technique.

In addition to crowning world champions, the competition will also count towards qualification for the Olympic Games Paris 2024, with each judoka able to earn up to 2,000 points - the highest possible - for the Olympic ranking.

Among the headliners are French stars Teddy Riner, who has won the title 10 times, and Clarisse Agbegnenou, a five-time world champion.

At the 2022 World Judo Championships held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, Japan emerged as the dominant force with 5 world titles, followed by Brazil and the host nation Uzbekistan, each with two titles.