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Akil Gjakova and Eteri Liparteliani emerge in Kosovo
In the men's U73kg final at the European Open held in Kosovo, former European Champion Akil Gjakova emerged victorious, defeating Manuel Lombardo. Nora Gjakova, Distria Krasniqi, and junior Dardan Cena secured bronze medals in their respective categories. Head coach Driton "Toni" Kuka expressed astonishment at Gjakova's exceptional performance, particularly his victory over top-ranked Hidayat Heydarov en route to the final, describing it as the key to success.