Yuri Kuleshkov, a 70-year-old professor from the Central Ukrainian National Technical University, has won a silver medal at the Spanish Judo Super Cup for veterans.
He competed in the M9 category (ages 70–74) and the weight division up to 73 kg, making him one of the oldest participants in the competition.
Despite tough competition among over a hundred athletes, the Ukrainian confidently reached the finals and secured the silver award.
His achievement shows that love for sports and strength of spirit have no age limits.