Judoka Tang Jing Disqualified for Biting Opponent
The Chinese athlete was removed from the Asian Games after an alleged biting incident during a match.
Updated on Oct. 3, 2026 in Olympics
Chinese judoka Tang Jing was disqualified from the women's 70kg quarter-final at the 2026 Asian Games for unsportsmanlike behavior. Officials issued the penalty after reviewing video footage and inspecting a mark on her opponent's arm.
Why it matters
The disqualification highlights the strict enforcement of conduct rules in international judo competition. The incident halted a pivotal quarter-final match in Nagoya and directly impacted the trajectory of the 70kg weight class bracket.
Tang Jing, 31, was disqualified from the women's 70kg competition following a mid-match review. Her opponent, 21-year-old Rin Maeda, subsequently advanced and secured the gold medal.
The players
Tang Jing
She is a 31-year-old Chinese judoka who competed in the women's 70kg event at the 2026 Asian Games.
Rin Maeda
She is a 21-year-old Japanese judoka who won the gold medal in the women's 70kg judo event.
Azhar Askhat
She is a judoka who faced Rin Maeda in the final of the women's 70kg event.
The details
Referees halted the bout after the two athletes grappled on the ground and Rin Maeda revealed a mark on her left forearm. Officials reviewed video footage before determining that the action constituted unsportsmanlike behavior.
Timeline
October 1, 2026: Tang Jing was disqualified during a judo match.
Season Trajectory
The sudden disqualification of a quarter-finalist drastically altered the 70kg medal bracket in Nagoya. This incident cleared the path for Rin Maeda to continue her tournament run and eventually capture the gold medal against Azhar Askhat.
The disqualification immediately eliminated Tang Jing from contention and allowed Rin Maeda to advance to the semi-finals. This ruling shifted the bracket and ultimately determined the gold medal winner in the women's 70kg judo division.
The takeaway
Maintaining strict sportsmanship standards is vital for the integrity of high-level judo matches. Athletes and coaches should remain aware that any physical infractions during grappling are subject to immediate video review and disqualification.
Further reading
For more updates on international competition standards, visit the Olympics section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Khel Now.
