Satoshi Fujimoto (born 2 August 1975) is a Japanese Paralympic judoka who competes in international level events. He is regarded as one of the most successful Paralympic judoka.[1][2][3]

Satoshi Fujimoto
Personal information
Born (1975-08-02) 2 August 1975 (age 48)
Tokushima, Japan
Sport
Country Japan
SportParalympic judo
Medal record
Paralympic judo
Representing  Japan
Paralympic Games
Gold medal – first place 1996 Atlanta Men's -65kg
Gold medal – first place 2000 Sydney Men's -66kg
Gold medal – first place 2004 Athens Men's -66kg
Silver medal – second place 2008 Beijing Men's -66kg
Bronze medal – third place 2016 Rio de Janeiro Men's -66kg
IBSA World Games
Bronze medal – third place 2011 Antalya Men's -66kg

Fujimoto is visually impaired in his left eye due to an accident aged five years old.[4]

References edit

  1. ^ "Satoshi Fujimoto Judoka". JudoInside. 27 August 2020.
  2. ^ "Satoshi Fujimoto - IPC Profile". International Paralympic Committee. 27 August 2020.
  3. ^ "Satoshi Fujimoto - Athlete Bio". The Nippon Foundation Paralympic Support Centre. 27 August 2020.
  4. ^ "Interview with Satoshi Fujimoto". Parasapo. 27 August 2020.