He was one of the chances of tricolor medals in these rather gloomy world championships for the French clan. Joseph Terhec lost in the round of 16 this Wednesday morning. The Alençonnais was beaten by the world number 1 of the queen category (+ 100 kg), by the Tajik Temur Rakhimov. Joseph Terhec gave up on strangulation when he was well back in his fight.
The Ornais judoka had started the day well by winning in his first fight. Joseph Terhec had disposed of the Slovenian Enej Marinic thanks to two waza-ari, which, combined, make it possible to win by ippon (the maximum advantage in judo). The Alençonnais had replaced the Olympic champion Teddy Riner at short notice
indisputable holder in + 100 kg, who had withdrawn due to an ankle injury.