Asian Games 2026 Judo 3rd Final Event – 02 Oct
October 2 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
The second-to-last day of the competition for the Asian Games 2026 Judo event is on the bright horizon ahead, marking its most thrilling phase on Friday, 2 October 2026, in the final days of the tournament at the Aichi International Arena in Nagoya, Japan. After days of heavy competition, this significant medal day marks the end of all individual heavyweight categories, giving Asia’s top judoka a chance to compete and battle for places in the prestigious gold medals.
Judo 3rd Final Event – 02 Oct
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Judo Third Final |
| Date | Friday, October 2, 2026 |
| Sport | Judo |
| Session Codes | JUD05 & JUD06 |
| Venue | Aichi International Arena |
| City | Nagoya |
| Host Country | Japan |
| Medal Events | 5 Gold Medal Matches |
Judo October 2 Schedule
The official competition is divided into two sessions, with preliminary rounds taking place during the day and all medal contests scheduled for the evening session.
| Session | Time (JST) | Events |
|---|---|---|
| Morning (JUD05) | 11:00 JST | Preliminary Rounds, Round of 32, Round of 16, Quarter-finals and Repechage Matches |
| Evening (JUD06) | 17:00 JST | Bronze Medal Matches followed by the Five Gold Medal Final |
Five Gold Medal Matches on October 2
Five individual heavyweight champions will be crowned during the evening finals.
| Weight Category | Medal Event |
| Men’s Under 90 kg (-90 kg) | Gold Medal Match |
| Men’s Under 100 kg (-100 kg) | Gold Medal Match |
| Men’s Over 100 kg (+100 kg) | Gold Medal Match |
| Women’s Under 78 kg (-78 kg) | Gold Medal Match |
| Women’s Over 78 kg (+78 kg) | Gold Medal Match |
Competition Format
The Judo Competition in the Asian Games 2026 are run as per the international judo tournament system. It is a single-elimination tournament with the winner advancing to the preliminary rounds and quarter-finals, to ultimately reach the Championship match.
Host Country
Judo is well aware of the fact that judo originated in Japan, the host country for the Asian Games 2026.
Venue Information
The Asian Games in Nagano 2026 will feature judo in the official stadium, the Aichi International Arena.
Medal Significance
The gold medal of the Asian Games is one of the supreme accolades in Asian judo. Gold medals at the Games showcase a high level of excellence in comparison to the other toughest competition in Asia and enhance an athlete’s international profile.
How to Watch
The Asian Games 2026 Judo Third Final will be available to follow by fans around the world through:
- Official Asian Games broadcasting partners
- National television sports broadcasters
- Official live streaming platforms (availability varies by country)
- The official Asian Games website for schedules, results, and live updates
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Asian Games 2026 Judo Third Final is at what time?
The event takes place on Friday, October 2, 2026.
Which City are they having the event in?
The Aichi International Arena in Nagoya, Japan is where all matches will be played.
On October 2, how many gold medals will be distributed?
There will be five total gold medals in the men’s and women’s heavyweight divisions.
Confirmed Schedule Update
Based on the official 2026 Asian Games competition calendar, judo has 5 gold medal finals scheduled on this date (Individual weight-category finals (final individual day)). Across the full judo competition (30 September–3 October), 15 gold medals are awarded in total: 7 men’s weight categories, 7 women’s weight categories, and 1 Mixed Team event.
Note: The specific weight-category assignment per date has not been individually published on this source. Source: Wikipedia (2026 Asian Games competition calendar) / AINAGOC.