# #19: Patricia Sampaio: Portugal's Olympic medallist talks about the darker times behind judo's biggest smile.

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Podcast: [JudoPod by JudoTV](https://stenobird.com/podcast/judopod-by-judotv-7636582)
Published: 2026-08-25T19:13:23+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/judopod/episodes/19-Patricia-Sampaio-Portugals-Olympic-medallist-talks-about-the-darker-times-behind-judos-biggest-smile-e3nsnk1
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Duration seconds: 3226

## Resource

Patricia Sampaio has been burdened with huge injuries during her career, but they've only led to bigger results. The European Champion, World and Olympic bronze medallist is not only a force to be reckoned with on the tatami but she is one of the sports greatest personalities, so come get to know her story and why Kayla Harrison is such a big influence.

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