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SFN 3: Bia Souza and Raz Hershko in a Judo Showdown in São Paulo
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The Spaten Fight Night 3 breaks new ground by featuring judo on its card, headlined by Brazilian Olympic champion Bia Souza. She faces Raz Hershko in a bout broadcast on Globo and Combate, marking a historic first to promote judo’s values to a wider audience.
To remember:
- First-ever integration of judo into Spaten Fight Night 3, a groundbreaking event in São Paulo.
- Bia Souza, Olympic champion, takes on Raz Hershko in a bout broadcast on Globo and Combate.
- This fight serves as a rematch after the Paris 2024 Olympics final, highlighting the technical excellence of women’s judo.
A historic moment for Brazilian judo
The Spaten Fight Night 3, taking place this Saturday, August 29 in São Paulo, marks a turning point in judo history. For the first time, the discipline will be featured in a combat sports event, offering a unique platform to promote its values to a broader audience. Headlining the card is Bia Souza, an Olympic champion, embodying this ambition.
For her, this media showcase is a rare opportunity to popularize judo’s principles beyond the Olympic stage. With broadcasts on Globo and Combate, the event promises to capture the attention of both sports fans and newcomers.
An Olympic rematch under the spotlight
The bout between Bia Souza and Raz Hershko is shaping up to be one of the highlights of SFN 3. The two judokas, who faced off in the Paris 2024 Olympics final, meet again on the mat for a rematch. With an impressive record—7 wins in 9 encounters for the Brazilian—this fight showcases the technical excellence of women’s judo.
This hybrid format, blending sport and entertainment, promises to transcend the athletic realm and captivate a diverse audience. Judo and combat sports fans alike will have the chance to experience an unforgettable evening.

