Chinese Judoka Disqualified For Biting Opponent At Asian Games

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Tang Jing was disqualified from the Asian Games after being accused of biting her opponent.

Chinese judoka Tang Jing was disqualified from her quarterfinal match against Haruka Maeda at the Asian Games in Nagoya following accusations that she bit her opponent. The opposing camp stated that bite marks were found on their athlete's arm. Maeda advanced as a result of the disqualification.

The quarterfinal contest was held in Nagoya during the Asian Games.
Haruka Maeda was awarded the victory after her opponent was disqualified.
Coaches claimed that teeth marks were visible on the arm of the Japanese competitor.

Why it matters

Athletic competitions at major international multi-sport events like the Asian Games occasionally see high-pressure moments result in disciplinary action.