Azerbaijani judoka Zelim Tckaev has advanced to the quarterfinals of the World Judo Championships in Baku. 

Operativ Media reports that he defeated UAE athlete Nugzari Tatalashvili in the round of 16.

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The World Judo Championships are underway in Baku.

Operativ Media reports that Zelim Tckaev, competing in the 81 kg weight category, has advanced to the round of 16.

He defeated Victor Sterpu (Moldova) by ippon in the round of 32. In the next round, he will face Nugzari Tatalashvili representing the United Arab Emirates. The World Championships, held at the National Gymnastics Arena, will conclude on October 11. Earlier, Azerbaijani representatives Ahmad Yusifov (60 kg) won a gold medal, and Rashid Mammadaliyev (73 kg) won a bronze medal.