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Tina Trstenjak Olympics
Living in Celje, Slovenia, an athlete known for her prowess in judo has made significant strides in her sport. Fluent in Croatian, English, German, and Slovene, she began her judo journey at the age of eight in Celje. Her interest in judo sparked when she saw many cars outside a local hall and decided to explore what was inside.
Judo
Slovenia Birth Date: Aug 24, 1990
Height: 5′3″
Residence: Celje
Birth Place: Celje
Social Media: Instagram
Olympic Experience: 2016, 2020
Tina Trstenjak Olympic Medals
Olympic Medals
1
Gold
1
Silver
0
Bronze
2
Total
Tina Trstenjak Olympics Milestones
| Season | Event | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Women's 63kg | S Silver |
| 2016 | Women's 63kg | G Gold |
Tina Trstenjak Biography
She started training at Judo Klub Z'dezele Sankaku in Celje. Her coach, Marjan Fabjan, has been instrumental in her development. Known by nicknames like Tinci and Tino, she has drawn inspiration from Slovenian judoka and coach Urska Zolnir.
Injuries and Comebacks
Her career faced challenges due to injuries. A meniscus injury caused her to miss the 2019 European Games in Minsk. Before the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, she injured her ribs six weeks prior but still managed to win a gold medal.
Awards and Honours
She was named Sportswoman of the Year in Celje for six consecutive years from 2014 to 2019. In 2016, she was honoured as Slovenian Female Athlete of the Year. The International Judo Federation named her Female Judoka of the Year in 2015.
Milestones
She became the second female Slovenian athlete to win an Olympic gold medal by claiming gold in the -63kg category at the 2016 Rio Olympics. Urska Zolnir was the first, winning gold in the same category at the 2012 London Olympics. She also won Slovenia's first judo world championship title in the -63kg category at the 2015 World Championships in Astana, Kazakhstan.
As of July 2024, she continues to reside in Celje and remains active in her sport. Her journey from a curious child to an accomplished judoka serves as an inspiration for many aspiring athletes.
Tina Trstenjak FAQs on Olympics
- Who is Tina Trstenjak?
Living in Celje, Slovenia, an athlete known for her prowess in judo has made significant strides in her sport. Fluent in Croatian, English, German, and Slovene, she began her judo journey at the age of eight in Celje. Her interest in judo sparked when she saw many cars outside a local hall and decided to explore what was inside.
- Which game does Tina Trstenjak play?Tina Trstenjak, a famous Judo from Slovenia, proudly competes for the country in international Judo events.
- In which city Tina Trstenjak was born?Tina Trstenjak was born on August 24, 1990 in Celje, Slovenia.
- How many Olympic medals has Tina Trstenjak won throughout her Judo career?Tina Trstenjak has won 2 Olympic medal in Judo throughout her career.
- When did Tina Trstenjak first compete in the Olympics?She represented Slovenia at the 2016 Olympics.
- What is Tina Trstenjak's height?Tina Trstenjak's height is 5 feet 3″ inches.
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