German Ambassador Ralf Horlemann has shared a post on the victory of the Azerbaijani judoka Hidayat Heydarov in the Paris Olympics, Azernews reports.

"A remarkable athlete and a remarkable success: European, World and Olympic Champion in one year. Respect!" the diplomat said in a post on X.

Hidayat Heydarov's historic achievement came in the final match against French judoka Joan-Benjamin Gaba. With a stunning display of skill and precision, Heydarov secured Azerbaijan's first gold medal at the Paris Olympics.