Kentu Lap, a judoka from Arunachal Pradesh, has made history by winning a bronze medal at the Asian Cadets & Junior Judo Championships held in Amman, Jordan from 16 to 19 July. Competing in the U-60 kg category, Lap delivered an outstanding performance throughout the tournament. He clinched the medal after defeating I Shamsov of Tajikistan in the bronze medal contest, as reported by the Arunachal Judo Association (AJA).
Lap’s achievement is a milestone for Arunachal Pradesh, as he has become the first judoka from the state to win a medal in the Asian Cadets & Junior Judo Championships. The AJA congratulated Lap and acknowledged the efforts of his coaches, family, and support staff behind his success. According to officials of the association, Lap’s achievement is expected to inspire many aspiring judokas to compete confidently on the international stage.
They stated that Lap’s historic bronze medal would become a defining moment in the growth of judo in Arunachal Pradesh and a source of inspiration for future generations of athletes. With this achievement, Lap has brought pride to Arunachal Pradesh.
