Anamari Velenšek

Anamari Velenšek, born on May fifteenth, nineteen ninety-one, is a distinguished Slovenian judoka known for her remarkable achievements in the sport. She has made a significant mark in the judo community, winning multiple medals at both the World and European Championships between two thousand eleven and two thousand fifteen. Her dedication and skill culminated in a bronze medal at the two thousand sixteen Olympics, showcasing her talent on an international stage.

In two thousand fifteen, Velenšek's prowess was further highlighted when she secured a silver medal at the World Championships. That same year, she triumphed at the Military World Games, earning a gold medal, and also claimed a bronze at the European Games. Her competitive spirit continued as she participated in the women's +78 kg event at the two thousand twenty Summer Olympics held in Tokyo, Japan.

Training at the Sankaku club in her hometown of Celje, Anamari has been a part of the Slovenian Armed Forces Athletes Unit since two thousand eleven, balancing her athletic career with her studies in social care. Her commitment to both her sport and education exemplifies her determination and discipline.

Notably, Anamari is not the only athlete in her family; her sister, Klara Apotekar, is also an accomplished international judoka, further contributing to the family's legacy in the sport.