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Mark Hristov qualifies for semifinals of European Judo Championships in Sofia

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At the European Judo Championships for men and women in Sofia, Mark Hristov reached the semifinals in the 73-kg category. So far, the Bulgarian has achieved three victories and in the semifinals he will face Azerbaijani judoka Hidayet Heydarov.

The 27-year-old Bulgarian judoka is a European champion for 2017, runner-up on the continent for 2018 and a two-time bronze medalist at world championships.




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