Georgia Judoka, Varlam Lipartleiani, took the second place in the Big Slam Tournament. The tournament took place in Paris. The Georgian sportsman competed in the 100 kg category.
Liparteliani has lost the final with the Israeli sportsman, Peter Paltchik, though it should be mentioned that he led the tournament with a significant priority. The Georgian sportsman won the semi-final with the Russian Judoka, Arman Adamian.