Arthur Margelidon - Judo CanadaJudo Canada

Date of birth: October 12, 1993

Weight division: 73 kg

Height: 180 cm

Hometown: Paris, France

Residence: Montreal, Quebec

Current Judo Club: Shidokan

Training place: Judo Canada National Training Centre at INS-Québec in Montreal

Photos cc Rafal Burza & Tom Taylor: Album Arthur Margelidon

HIGHLIGHTS

ATHLETE’S BIO

He started judo when he was 6 years old, encouraged by his father, who himself has been a passionate judoka his entire life.
Arthur enjoys the sport because it allows him to push his limits and forces him to constantly improve.
Arthur qualified for the Olympic Games in Rio in 2016, unfortunately he broke his wrist during training shortly before the event and could not participate in the games.
Arthur is particularly proud of his silver medal at the 2017 Grand Prix in Hohhot and of having defeated the two-time world champion and Olympic medallist Riki Nakaya.
2018 was a successful year for Arthur, he won two bronze medals in Grand Prix (Cancun and Budapest) and two 5^th place finishes at the Paris and Tokyo Grand Slam.
His goal is to win a medal at the upcoming World Championships and Tokyo Olympic Games.

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QUICK FACTS

Nickname: Arthy
Favourite food: Japanese food, sushi especially
Favourite TV show: Two and a half men, Friends
Hobby: Hockey
Phobia: Height and being stuck in a small space
Good luck charm: my belt knot
Guilty Pleasure: Sugar
Hidden talents: make the best Instagram stories within the national team athletes
Proudest accomplishment: Qualifying for 2016 Rio Olympics Games
Favourite sports team: Canadiens de Montréal
Favourite music: Frank Sinatra & Country

SOCIAL MEDIA

For the entire list of Arthur’s results, please consult his JudoInside page.