Ep. 93: Kyon-Kyon Risks Her Life
Aired on January 13, 1992
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Matsuda attempts to share gathered data regarding opponent Deneuve, a World #3 specialist in uchi mata, but Paddy-field loses despite the intelligence. Next, Kyon-Kyon shares her history of isolation due to poor health, explaining how judo helped her and vowing to risk her life for Yawara. Though weak, she absorbs lessons quickly, scoring a yuko with an unexpected deashi barai. She defends by turning into a "turtle" and failing her arms as Yawara taught. Confused by contradictory advice from teammates, she is placed in a choke hold. Refusing to submit, she loses consciousness and the match. The score becomes 1 to 2 as Sayuri faces a heavyweight opponent, unaware of the advice being given to her.
Episodes
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- Ep. 90 · Jigoro recalls his past friendship with American judoka Davis before the 1936 Olympics
- Ep. 91 · Graduation Match Proposal to Secure Yawara's Employment Future
- Ep. 92 · Jigoro manipulates the competition format while Paddy-field devises a strategic lineup for the team judo event.
- Ep. 93 · Kyon-Kyon Risks Her Life
- Ep. 94 · Sayuri secures victory through resilience while Fujiko faces intense psychological pressure
- Ep. 95 · Fujiko struggles with nerves but gains confidence through Shinnosuke's romantic encouragement during the match.
- Ep. 96 · Fujiko Wins Judo Match as Yawara Joins Company and Sayaka Returns
- Ep. 97 · Graduation Ceremony Aftermath and Sayaka's Public Judo Challenge