HAJIME: Inside USA Judo Interview Series | Episode 7 with Chris Velazco

2025-07-09

In this episode, host Hannah Martin sits down with one of the USA’s most exciting young talents — Christopher Velazco, currently ranked No. 2 in the world in juniors at -60kg!We dive into Christopher’s judo journey growing up in a judo family, what it’s like being coached by his Olympian father, his mindset heading into major international competitions, and of course — his thrilling rivalry with fellow junior standout Jonathan Yang. 🔥Whether you’re a young judoka, a coach, or just a fan of the spo...

In this episode, host Hannah Martin sits down with one of the USA’s most exciting young talents — Christopher Velazco, currently ranked No. 2 in the world in juniors at -60kg!

We dive into Christopher’s judo journey growing up in a judo family, what it’s like being coached by his Olympian father, his mindset heading into major international competitions, and of course — his thrilling rivalry with fellow junior standout Jonathan Yang. 🔥

Whether you’re a young judoka, a coach, or just a fan of the sport, this episode is packed with insight, inspiration, and motivation!

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