Discover below the latest promo for #JudoWorlds2018 featuring the Abe siblings, Abe Hifumi and Abe Uta, who will both be in action on day two in Baku.

World champion Abe Hifumi (JPN) will defend his -66kg title while Junior World Championships gold medallist Abe Uta (JPN) will competes at -52kg on her senior Worlds debut.

Both judoka will compete on 21 September. Watch live and free at www.IJF.org

Tags World Championships Seniors and Teams Baku 2018 ABE Uta ABE Hifumi JAPAN
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