Ruach HaShem Gordon (14) of Shilo in Samaria clinched the male youth 14-15 category in 40kg at the 1/4 semi-final against a Sri Lankan opponent with a final score 30-28, although weighing less than 40kg and being shorter than his opponent.
The third round was particularly difficult, but Gordon pulled through and will go on to represent Israel in the next semi-final tomorrow. He will face his Ukrainian opponent for the second time after losing to him at the European Cup in Antalya Turkey in 2017 at the semi-final with a close score 28-29. At that time, Ruach fought in the 42kg category although his Ukrainian opponent weighs 4kg more. This will be Ruach's second time at the Youth World Championship.
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