The Judo competition at the 1972 Summer Olympics was the return of the sport following its absence at the 1968 Summer Olympics in Mexico City. Medals were awarded in six weight classes, and competition was restricted to men only. Among the highlights was Wim Ruska of the Netherlands winning gold medals in both the heavyweight and open class competition, becoming the first judoka to win two Olympic gold medals.
Medal summary Lightweight 63 kg vacantThe silver medal was originally awarded to Bakhvain Buyadaa of Mongolia, but he was disqualified after he tested positive for excessive caffeine. Half middleweight 70 kg Middleweight 80 kg Half-heavyweight 93 kg Heavyweight +93 kg Open category
Medal table
Participating countries
References
External links
Sports123.com Videos of the 1972 Judo Summer Olympics