Amar Benikhlef facts for kids
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| Born | 11 January 1982 (age 43) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Occupation | Judoka | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Country | Algeria | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Sport | Judo | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight class | –81 kg, –90 kg | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| World finals | R16 (2011) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Regional finals |  (2004, 2008, 2010,2011) |
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| Olympic finals |  (2008) |
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Amar Benikhlef was born on January 11, 1982. He is a judo athlete from Algeria. He competed in the middleweight division. Amar won a silver medal at the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing. In September 2021, he was suspended from judo until July 2031. This happened because he broke important rules set by the International Judo Federation (IJF) and the Olympic Charter.
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About Amar Benikhlef
Amar Benikhlef is a well-known judoka. He has competed in many international events. Judo is a martial art and sport that comes from Japan. It focuses on throws and grappling. Athletes try to throw their opponent to the ground or hold them down.
Olympic Journey
Amar Benikhlef's biggest achievement was at the 2008 Summer Olympics. He won a silver medal in the men's 90 kg weight class. This was a huge moment for him and for Algeria. He showed great skill and determination in his matches.
Rules and Fair Play in Sport
In 2021, Amar Benikhlef was coaching another judo athlete, Fethi Nourine. Fethi Nourine was set to compete at the 2020 Summer Games in Tokyo. However, after the competition draw, Nourine and Benikhlef decided that Nourine would not compete. They stated this was to support a cause they believed in. This meant Nourine would not face an athlete from a certain country.
The IJF has strict rules about keeping sports neutral. These rules are also part of the Olympic Charter. They state that no political, religious, or racial demonstrations are allowed at Olympic events. Because of this decision, the IJF immediately suspended both Fethi Nourine and Amar Benikhlef. They were sent back to Algeria from Tokyo.
The IJF explained that judo is built on a strong moral code. This code includes respect and friendship. It aims to build togetherness among athletes. The federation does not allow any discrimination. They believe such actions go against the main values of the sport. In September 2021, Amar Benikhlef received a 10-year suspension. This means he cannot participate in judo competitions or coaching until July 2031.
Amar Benikhlef's Achievements
Amar Benikhlef has won many medals throughout his career. He has competed in various weight classes. His achievements show his dedication to judo.
| Year | Tournament | Place | Weight class |
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| 2013 | African Judo Championships | 3rd | Middleweight (90 kg) |
| 2012 | African Judo Championships | 3rd | Middleweight (90 kg) |
| 2011 | African Judo Championships | 1st | Middleweight (90 kg) |
| 2011 | World Military Championships | 3rd | Middleweight (90 kg) |
| 2010 | African Judo Championships | 1st | Middleweight (90 kg) |
| 2008 | Olympics | 2nd | Middleweight (90 kg) |
| 2008 | African Judo Championships | 1st | Middleweight (90 kg) |
| 2007 | All-Africa Games | 2nd | Middleweight (90 kg) |
| 2006 | African Judo Championships | 3rd | Middleweight (90 kg) |
| 2004 | African Judo Championships | 1st | Half middleweight (81 kg) |
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See also
In Spanish: Amar Benijlef para niños
