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Richelle Soppi Mbella

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Richelle Soppi Mbella
Personal information
Full nameRichelle Anita Soppi Mbella
Born (1990-01-04) 4 January 1990 (age 35)
OccupationJudoka
Sport
CountryCameroon
SportJudo
Weight class+78 kg
Achievements and titles
Olympic GamesR32 (2024)
World Champ.R32 (2024)
African Champ.Gold (2024)
Medal record
Women's judo
Representing  Cameroon
African Championships
Gold medal – first place 2024 Cairo +78 kg
Silver medal – second place 2023 Casablanca +78 kg
Profile at external databases
IJF42155
JudoInside.com117791
Updated on 30 January 2025

Richelle Anita Soppi Mbella (born 4 January 1990, in Ndoungué, Cameroon) is a professional judoka who competes in the +78 kg category.[1]

Goals and achievements

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  • Richelle took part in the 2024 African Senior Championships winning a gold medal in the +78 kg category.[1]
  • In 2024 African Open (Abidjan, Marrakech, Luanda) she got a gold medal in the +78 kg category.[2]
  • In 2024 African Games, she won bronze medal in the mixed team event.[2]
  • 2023 African Championships: Silver medal in the +78 kg category.[2]
  • 2024 Olympic Games: Named flag-bearer for Cameroon

International career

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Richelle has represented Cameroon in numerous international competitions, including the African Championships and the African Games. [2]'

Playing styles

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Richelle is known for her physical strength, agility, and technical skills. She excels in both offensive and defensive judo techniques, making her a formidable opponent in the +78 kg category.

References

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  1. ^ a b "Richelle Anita Soppi Mbella". International Judo Federation. Retrieved 30 January 2025.
  2. ^ a b c d https://olympics.com/en/athletes/richelle-anita-soppi-mbella
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