Iranian judokas barred from international competition until 2023 after Saeid Mollaei fled country in 2019 over orders to lose matches to avoid competing against Israelis
Fethi Nourine's coach given same punishment by International Judo Federation after he withdrew from Tokyo Games on opening day upon learning he might face Tohar Butbul
Judoka says 'todah' to Israelis for support; Israeli Sagi Muki, who had disappointing finish, congratulates his unlikely friend: 'I'm so happy... He deserves it'
Sudan's Mohamed Abdalrasool skips bout with Tohar Butbul, who wins next fight to reach quarter-finals; move comes despite Khartoum signing Abraham Accords with Israel
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