Haiti is entering four judokas in the Montreal Pan American Open on November 7 and 8

The Haitian Judo Federation (FHJ) confirmed on Tuesday that it is sending four athletes to Montreal, where they will compete in the 2026 Pan American Open on November 7 and 8. According to Haiti Tempo, the competition will be held at the Centre Pierre-Charbonneau in Canada.

Who will represent Haiti

Coach Ernst Laraque will lead the delegation. Four judokas are entered, each in their respective weight category:

- Thechineau Alcina, in the -100 kg division

- Wedline Vertus, in the -78 kg division

- Hensley Petit-Frère, in the -73 kg division

- Etznaison St-Hilaire, in the -66 kg division

The media outlet indicates that the delegation is aiming for strong performances on the Montreal mats and intends to do the country proud.

A tournament with international scope

Haiti Tempo specifies that delegations from 33 countries, representing all five continents, are expected in Montreal. According to data from the International Judo Federation (IJF) reported by the outlet, 269 judokas are expected to take part in the competition, consisting of 158 men and 111 women.

The brief provides neither the schedule of the Haitians' bouts nor their previous results.