Berghmans, Ingrid (1961–)
Berghmans, Ingrid (1961–)
Belgian judoka. Name variations: Ingrid Vallot. Born Aug 24, 1961, in Koersel, Belgium; m. Marc Vallot (Belgian judoka), 1990.
One of the most successful judokas in the history of the sport, won 4 World titles in open class (1980, 1982, 1984, 1986) and 2 in 72kg (1984 and 1989); also won 4 silver medals and a bronze; won a gold medal at Seoul Olympics (1988), when judo was still a demonstration sport; was European champion at 72kg (1985, 1988, 1989) and open (1983, 1987, 1988); won British Open numerous times, along with Japan's Fukuoka title and Canadian Open title.
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