9:23 there’s some legendary neck strength, I have seen this in a dojo first hand (not sasaki but a fellow Japanese judoka) it is quite impressive. What an amazing clinic sasaki gave us. Wow.
Thanks for posting this, mate. it's brilliant Judo and it's also really great to have your calm commentary which allows me to enjoy listening while still concentrating on the fighters. I'm a big fan of Neil Adams and his Judo but I hate his commentaries, they're super intrusive and annoying. Please keep up the good work. Best of luck from the UK.
I honestly have thought how much better it would to be having you commenting for the IJF. Especially to replace the other main commentator who is just awful and takes every opportunity to disrespect the athletes while commentating. Send in an application mate!
Jesus. Knowing how dominant Grigalashvili is, seeing this back in time. Sasaki is nuts. Like you said, complete. Just fluid between all categories of techniques.
its not the fact that he beat casse and grigalashvili, but the WAY in which he beat them thats so impressive. Sasaki is the real deal man. Really exciting style of judo to watch.
I really like his judo. But the question is: Will he be consistent? Because the -81 kg category is so unpredictable imo. Hope to see more of him in this way ofcourse.
I've been posting for a long time on your chanel that this guy is the best in the world. I really don't know why they didn't take him to the international scene before. He's sent a very clear message to everyone, including Nagase, and even to Ono who might want to think twice before changing category.
Ono wants to change category? I didn't know that! I'm sure he can handle big guys, he's so impressive, and perhaps he need a challenge to keep going, since I was under the impression he was bored during Tokyo Olympics. A reason why he lost in the team, I think. But I can understand. At first I was happy that the games weren't cancelled, but then, to see the Japanese judokas robbed of the joy of public competition, doing so well in an empty budokan, it was nearly distressfull. Is not the public the reason why I feel like the highlights of the Paris Grand Slam are better that the Olympics? Anyway, thanks @Judo Highlights, I never noticed Sasaki before!!
He seems very strong but I think he can still improve in terms of finesse when you compare him to the likes of Ono... But then again that goes for pretty much any judoka.
The reverse morote he threw looked pretty refined to me, not to say amazingly refined. I don't know of any other judoka who can throw a reverse morote from that position. And what about his uchi mata counter? He waited for the Mongolian to put in all his strength and then suddenly removed his leg to throw him with zero effort. Simply amazing in terms of finesse. This guy right now is technically as good as Ono in my opinion, and has the strength of a strong 90kg fighter. I think that if Ono goes up to 81, he's gonna lose against Sasaki.
The problem with Sasaki is that he's wildly inconsistent. He'll beat the best of the best in the world in one tournament, and then lose to no-name 90th ranked judokas in his next 2 tournaments in the first round. Sasaki can win against anyone, and lose against anyone. There's no consistency to his performance, which is probably why he's rarely chosen to compete at World's, Olympics, Asian Games, etc.
@@JudoHighlights2015 I truly believe a healthy, consistent Sasaki is the best -81kg judoka in the world, even better than Nagase. I really hope to see him reaching his potential at 2024 Paris!
At least for me i was taught by my Sensei that the traditional sweeping motion is Osoto Gari (the one shown first) and the hook to the back of leg he always insisted it was an Osoto Gake.
Judo highlight and fans,what is your opinion or using this style of judo in a mma fight or tournament, I just got registered to a mma company because am a good judo fighter,and not that am trying to be a judo idol,but I wish to represent judo well in the octagon and perform at my very best,so what do u think or have to add to it,Thanks
Indeed what a performance, he made the top 81 guys look like they are completely lost! I think part of it was the surprise effect if it is takeshi's first international tournament.
Fujiwara doesnt attack much thats his downfall but hes a bit more consistent than Sasaki. Sasaki has gotten better and will definitely be in the convo for Paris olympics
Sasaki is simply great... As the commenter, unless some injury happens to him, he should be Japan choice for Paris in his division. Simply great... The first wazari, I also thought it was an ippon until I saw the review: there was a Grigalashvili's final movement to avoid splash his back on the tatami... I though that movement was forbidden, I mean, put all your weight on the neck and rotate... At the end, it was better because I saw some more judo. Thanks.
Nagase winning the Olympics was a little surprising as he hasn’t displayed the form he did to win world title since winning said title. A quality judoka will always be able to pull something out but I think his Kohai - Sasaki, will likely start seeing more competitions. Fujiwara is largely done now, he also hasn’t really had much form since his world silver.
@@JudoHighlights2015 That's a good point, I had completely overlooked that! That being said, I still didn't think he would pull it off. Now really could be the time of Sasaki, should be exciting :)
6:55 Yeah that's Korean seoi nage. That rotation isn't weird for Korean seoi nage though. It's a common variant called The Choi (named after Choi Min Ho). You can see it at th-cam.com/video/8D_tQr1eh5U/w-d-xo.html. There's 3 variants of Korean seoi nage: 1. forward throw version using the baseball bat grip used for korean seoi nage 2. 270 degree rotation, side-ways throwing version (commonly called The Choi). This version will look similar to a kata guruma. 3) 360 degree rotation, backward-throwing version. (this is what most people commonly think of as 'korean seoi nage')
Is there any footage of him vs nagase? I really dont see nagase beating him after this performance Edit: I dont think bjj transfers that directly into judo ne waza
@@JudoHighlights2015 thousands of years ago, Mexicans used judo to fight space aliens in temples & pyramids. nicholas cage made a move about it called "jiu jitsu", which is what Mexicans called judo in those days.
佐々木選手、力強い柔道をしますね。素晴らしいですね。島根県の星ですね。
佐々木はいいね～ 昔の武士って雰囲気だな～ 勝っても奢らず礼儀も日本人らしく 畳の上では
相手への配慮から喜びの表情を見せず 大野将平に通ずる真の王者って姿は素晴らしい 最近は
日本の選手が勝って外人のような派手なジェスチャーをするのをよく見るが 余り感心は出来な かったが 大野にしても佐々木にしても清々しく見てられるな～ 都民親爺
I fought with him in training several years ago, his newaza is incredible, his control, continuity and technical dexterity are beyond limits
very detailed commentary and Great uploads… Love Japanese Judoka
Beautiful winner. His judo is uncredible.
9:23 there’s some legendary neck strength, I have seen this in a dojo first hand (not sasaki but a fellow Japanese judoka) it is quite impressive. What an amazing clinic sasaki gave us. Wow.
Sasaki is a monster. And his newaza is insane. One of my favourites now.
頼もしい日本人が出てきた👏👏👏
When someone is good at their craft it allows even general laypersons like myself to see moves that normally only pros understand. Awesome judo!
Thanks for posting this, mate. it's brilliant Judo and it's also really great to have your calm commentary which allows me to enjoy listening while still concentrating on the fighters. I'm a big fan of Neil Adams and his Judo but I hate his commentaries, they're super intrusive and annoying. Please keep up the good work. Best of luck from the UK.
Maybe you’ll see me commentating live on the IJF circuit one day? Haha
I honestly have thought how much better it would to be having you commenting for the IJF. Especially to replace the other main commentator who is just awful and takes every opportunity to disrespect the athletes while commentating.
Send in an application mate!
Jesus. Knowing how dominant Grigalashvili is, seeing this back in time. Sasaki is nuts. Like you said, complete. Just fluid between all categories of techniques.
Amazing performance!
And your videos are also amazing.
This judoca is very strong and technical, demonstrating that he is very good at ne waza techniques.
Очень хороший борец! Браво!!!
I am no judo specialist but this was good to watch. well narrated/commented to. well done. thanks
ありがとうございます
本当に世界一強くなってしまった
次は佐々木の時代だな
Would love to see him against a bulked up Hashimoto for the U81 slot.
This is perfection
its not the fact that he beat casse and grigalashvili, but the WAY in which he beat them thats so impressive. Sasaki is the real deal man. Really exciting style of judo to watch.
Bro hes like a new human speciem 🤣 Show up totally unknown and beat up every one its crazy
佐々木さんはどこからでも技が出ますね👍🤩
I’m not surprised that’s what happens when you dedicate your life it’s just hard smart work it’s a grind and staying injury free.
I really like his judo. But the question is: Will he be consistent? Because the -81 kg category is so unpredictable imo. Hope to see more of him in this way ofcourse.
I've been posting for a long time on your chanel that this guy is the best in the world. I really don't know why they didn't take him to the international scene before. He's sent a very clear message to everyone, including Nagase, and even to Ono who might want to think twice before changing category.
Yup!
I am totally agree with you.
Love to see those matches...
Ono wants to change category? I didn't know that! I'm sure he can handle big guys, he's so impressive, and perhaps he need a challenge to keep going, since I was under the impression he was bored during Tokyo Olympics. A reason why he lost in the team, I think. But I can understand. At first I was happy that the games weren't cancelled, but then, to see the Japanese judokas robbed of the joy of public competition, doing so well in an empty budokan, it was nearly distressfull. Is not the public the reason why I feel like the highlights of the Paris Grand Slam are better that the Olympics?
Anyway, thanks @Judo Highlights, I never noticed Sasaki before!!
@@Vaitamanu Handling big guys is one thing, handling a monster like Sasaki is another.
Sasaki, is the best on planet now. WOW crazy.
He seems very strong but I think he can still improve in terms of finesse when you compare him to the likes of Ono... But then again that goes for pretty much any judoka.
That's debatable I think, since he defeated Ojitani Takeshi while Ono did not ...in the Japanese open weight competition
The reverse morote he threw looked pretty refined to me, not to say amazingly refined. I don't know of any other judoka who can throw a reverse morote from that position. And what about his uchi mata counter? He waited for the Mongolian to put in all his strength and then suddenly removed his leg to throw him with zero effort. Simply amazing in terms of finesse. This guy right now is technically as good as Ono in my opinion, and has the strength of a strong 90kg fighter. I think that if Ono goes up to 81, he's gonna lose against Sasaki.
This is another level of judo!!!
Hi is like Tasmanian Devil...
Respekt!!!!!
Sasaki, shohei, inouye, osaka, matsuyama, lots of terrific atheletes coming out of japan.
The problem with Sasaki is that he's wildly inconsistent. He'll beat the best of the best in the world in one tournament, and then lose to no-name 90th ranked judokas in his next 2 tournaments in the first round. Sasaki can win against anyone, and lose against anyone. There's no consistency to his performance, which is probably why he's rarely chosen to compete at World's, Olympics, Asian Games, etc.
Well, I’m hoping that’s the Sasaki of old
@@JudoHighlights2015 I truly believe a healthy, consistent Sasaki is the best -81kg judoka in the world, even better than Nagase. I really hope to see him reaching his potential at 2024 Paris!
...Anyway I wish have technical dexterity and be so inconsistent as Sasaki.... :-)
Great they allowed newaza and it is so much better to watch when you have to be quick on the ground (also more realistic to street scenario ;)
Holy crap! Power and speed!
At least for me i was taught by my Sensei that the traditional sweeping motion is Osoto Gari (the one shown first) and the hook to the back of leg he always insisted it was an Osoto Gake.
Sasaki was fantastic! And good commentary, mate. We don't get that so often.
Final is by "Hanegoshi". It's excellent skill.
強すぎる！
Judo highlight and fans,what is your opinion or using this style of judo in a mma fight or tournament, I just got registered to a mma company because am a good judo fighter,and not that am trying to be a judo idol,but I wish to represent judo well in the octagon and perform at my very best,so what do u think or have to add to it,Thanks
勝ち続けるには技が多彩であることが必須条件のような気がします。佐々木さんは本当にいろいろなパターンで戦える選手ですね。
Indeed what a performance, he made the top 81 guys look like they are completely lost! I think part of it was the surprise effect if it is takeshi's first international tournament.
Fantastic
凄い選手がいたのですね！！！
このノリノリな佐々木をもう一度見たいな
Thanks for the video,, your commentarys are cool,, but for me it was Hane makikomi not uchi mata.
A hug from Dom.Rep.
my god i'm so fan of this man
Il n'a pas eu un seul shido durant tout le tournoi, ça veut tout dire.
His newaza is top notch
New monster of japan...
Fujiwara doesnt attack much thats his downfall but hes a bit more consistent than Sasaki. Sasaki has gotten better and will definitely be in the convo for Paris olympics
Don't understand how he could not make the Olympic team
He is good on the ground
凄過ぎ
Would like to see him against Ono one day...
The final was "Hane-Goshi".
Hey does anyone have an update on Sasaki. And why he didnt compete in Paris this year?
Wow crazy
This guy is a scary monster.
Last throw was like a hane goshi on the outside leg?
What do you mean by change of judo newaza rules in 2021?
Was before 2021, but they look at newaza longer now
Sasaki is simply great... As the commenter, unless some injury happens to him, he should be Japan choice for Paris in his division. Simply great... The first wazari, I also thought it was an ippon until I saw the review: there was a Grigalashvili's final movement to avoid splash his back on the tatami... I though that movement was forbidden, I mean, put all your weight on the neck and rotate... At the end, it was better because I saw some more judo. Thanks.
Brilliant brilliant analysing, Yes you are right, this guy studied Ono to the smallest of details
that throw he did to the Georgian should've been ippon.
Nagase winning the Olympics was a little surprising as he hasn’t displayed the form he did to win world title since winning said title. A quality judoka will always be able to pull something out but I think his Kohai - Sasaki, will likely start seeing more competitions. Fujiwara is largely done now, he also hasn’t really had much form since his world silver.
Dude, Nagase had an incredible run in 2019 which secured his spot on the team. There was no question about it, I’m not sure he even lost in 2019
Would be a great match Nagase x Sasaki.
Sasaki is complete! Throws and Newaza (great technique besides strenghth)
@@JudoHighlights2015 That's a good point, I had completely overlooked that! That being said, I still didn't think he would pull it off. Now really could be the time of Sasaki, should be exciting :)
AMAZING
Is that masashi Ebinuma coaching?
Yes he retired and is now apart of the coaching staff
Ebinuma
Man imagine being coached by Ebinuma. Amazing.
If your newaza isn't as good, time to join the nearest bjj gym 🌈
6:50 That's uchi makikomi
和製ゴリラ・佐々木……勝って、驕らず謙虚な姿勢は、棟田、大野などの絶対王者クラスの清々しい態度ど同格だな。
(・ω・)ノ
Do u think mma fighters and strikers can handle this form of judo power easily or the chances of a judoka against them,Thanks
🔥🔥🔥
he is alike to ono shohei
漫画みたいな強さ笑笑
攻撃こそ最強の防御
💪💪💪💪
King 81
Meu Deus …o que foi isso ? O cara não tomou conhecimento de ninguém.Jogou o 01 como se fosse nada 👌🏻
muito forte esse japonês.... força e técnica ....futuro campeão ...
What's the technique that he used to pin Casse called?
Mune gatame
6:55 Yeah that's Korean seoi nage. That rotation isn't weird for Korean seoi nage though. It's a common variant called The Choi (named after Choi Min Ho). You can see it at th-cam.com/video/8D_tQr1eh5U/w-d-xo.html.
There's 3 variants of Korean seoi nage:
1. forward throw version using the baseball bat grip used for korean seoi nage
2. 270 degree rotation, side-ways throwing version (commonly called The Choi). This version will look similar to a kata guruma.
3) 360 degree rotation, backward-throwing version. (this is what most people commonly think of as 'korean seoi nage')
Thanks for that! Don’t see it too much here in Japan
Is there any footage of him vs nagase? I really dont see nagase beating him after this performance
Edit: I dont think bjj transfers that directly into judo ne waza
Всех в одни ворота!
the Japanese are very good at the Mexican art of judo
The Mexican art of judo haha
@@JudoHighlights2015 you ARE familiar with the origins of judo, guey?
@@LIONTAMER3D I think so
@@JudoHighlights2015 thousands of years ago, Mexicans used judo to fight space aliens in temples & pyramids. nicholas cage made a move about it called "jiu jitsu", which is what Mexicans called judo in those days.
What's his height?
not sure, but very short for the division.
デモリッシュ解体するキン肉マンに敵無し
強えー
What happen to the roid guy ?
TREINSOCANCA TREINO KANEKKA
Please stop mentioning his height, his technique is great!
!!!!!EL JAPONÉS ES UNA MEZCLA DE BÚFALO, BISONTE Y JAK..... E INTELIGENTE.....!!!!!!!!!
"most amazing ne waza ever". Nope. He's no Flavio Canto.
Mmmmm would’ve loved to see those two face off in their primes!
日本の柔道選手以外の柔道選手は、男女を問わず組手で背中ばかりを持つ選手が多い。こんなことをやっていたら日本選手には勝てないと思う。試合を見てると力まかせに投げることしか考えていないし、技じゃないところで勝とうとしている。反則ではないが、柔道の「柔よく剛を制す」という基本的考えを理解しいていない選手が多いように見える。誤解されたくないので付け加えるが、筋力は必要条件だけど、十分条件じゃないということです。
出る時は左足から下がる時は右足から日本は出来ている が 他の国の方?勝ち負け寄り礼儀から始めたら 監督コーチの方
カッセをいとも簡単に…
審判何しよんの？何してる！突っ立てて。審判失格ですね。
審判失格ですね。突っ立て、何しよん。
韓国背負い？聞いたことがない。
逆の背負いでも言います
Too bad folk style is better.
Lol
@@JudoHighlights2015 it’s all I was thinking….shoot damn it!
試合には礼儀正しい柔道家ですが、性格は悪いのが多い。 金メダルを争ってる選手でも心から応援しなかった。
ugly style, ugly wins