Vladimir Putin is a big fan of this player (Photo-GETTY IMAGES)
Russian President Vladimir Putin has come to visit India. PM Modi himself welcomed him and brought him to the PM residence in his own car. Vladimir Putin is one of the most powerful leaders in the world. His single step has the power to change the direction of the world. Well, apart from the arena of international politics, Putin himself has also been a sportsperson. Putin has a black belt in Judo and the Russian President considers the legendary Judo player as his idol. The name of this player is Yasuhiro Yamashita. Putin is a big fan of Yasuhiro. Putin salutes his achievements and his discipline. In 2016, Putin also met Yasuhiro in Tokyo. Let us now tell you those big things about Yasuhiro Yamashita due to which Putin admires him.
- Yasuhiro Yamashita is one of the greatest players in the history of judo. Between 1977 and 1985, this player played 203 consecutive matches, which is a record.
- Yasuhiro Yamashita’s most famous fight took place in 1984. Yamashita was injured in the All Japan Championship. His right leg was injured but despite this he won the match.
- Yasuhiro Yamashita has also made a record of winning the match in the shortest time. He ended a match in just 8 seconds.
- Yasuhiro Yamashita was also called the Gentle Giant because he was very aggressive on the mat but his behavior outside the mat was completely different. This player talks very lovingly outside the mat.
- Yasuhiro Yamashita was also made the President of the Japanese Olympic Committee. This is a very big position in Japan. He is highly respected in sports politics.
- Putin likes Yasuhiro Yamashita very much. In many interviews he has described Yasuhiro as a role model. According to Putin, Yasuhiro has taught him discipline and balance.