###### Abstract  
Olympic women's judo has increased in complexity and competitiveness, demanding detailed tactical analysis. This observational study aimed to examine the relationship between the results of combats (_Wazari_ [half point] vs. _Ippon_ [full point]) and the techniques used in women's judo combats in the Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. A significant association was found between technique type and contest outcome (\(\chi^{2}\) = 40.004, df = 6, \(p\) < 0.001): _[PERSON]_ (throwing techniques) produced 92.3% of _Wazari_, whereas _[PERSON]_ (groundwork techniques) accounted for 61.1% of Ippon. Subgroup analysis confirmed these relationships (\(\chi^{2}\) = 17.217, df = 6, \(p\) = 0.009; Cramer's V = 0.745), with Ashiwaza (foot/leg techniques) dominating _Wazari_. _Uchimata_ was the most frequently used technique in the repechage (20%), bronze medal (22.6%), and final (23.1%) matches. In lightweights, _[PERSON]_ dominated Ippon in finals (53.8%, \(\chi^{2}\) = 4.000, \(p\) = 0.046), while _[PERSON]_ secured all _Wazari_. Middleweights also showed strong associations (\(\chi^{2}\) = 14.745, df = 1, \(p\) < 0.001; 93.9% of _Wazari_ by _[PERSON]_). Although no significant association was found for heavyweights (\(\chi^{2}\) = 7.535, df = 1, \(p\) = 0.095), _[PERSON]_ prevailed in Ippon (69.2%). These findings provide a tactical framework for tailoring technique-specific training by weight category and tournament phase to optimize outcomes in elite female judo. D. J. C. A. To investigate these demands, observational studies frequently employ notational and time-motion analyses, allowing for the description of match dynamics and strategies under natural conditions. Moreover, recent technological advancements have substantially improved data collection, analysis, and interpretation, facilitating real-time studies and precise post-competition evaluations [7]. Current competition rules specify that a match can be concluded immediately via an Ippon by accumulating two _Wazari_ scores (_Wazari-Awasete-Ipon_) or by receiving three penalties (_slido_). If a tie persists at the end of the regular time, the Golden Score period ensues, in which a single _Wazari_ secures victory [8]. To date, the specialized literature on women's judo has primarily focused on describing general variables such as the total duration, frequency, and duration of the grip, throwing, and groundwork control phases. Examples include studies examining the 2010 World Championships [9], the 2018-2019 Senior World Championships [10], and the 2016 and 2020 Olympic cycles [2,11]. Some studies have also addressed the global techniques employed during match dynamics [1,12,13]. Although these studies have accurately characterized temporal demands and general competition patterns [2,10,13], a critical research gap persists. Specifically, there is insufficient detailed identification of decisive techniques (including their sub-classifications), their distribution according to weight categories and tournament phases, and their direct relationship with scoring types (_Ipon_ vs. _Wazari_). This lack of specificity substantially limits the transferability of these findings to targeted training programs designed to address the increasing technical complexity of women's Olympic judo. Closing this research gap requires a detailed analysis to precisely identify the most effective techniques, their distribution across different weight categories, and how their effectiveness varies throughout the tournament phases. Possessing such a technical-tactical map would enable coaches to design more targeted training, conduct individualized scouting analyses of opponents through video reviews, and specifically adapt physical conditioning programs [14] to meet the kinematic demands of predominant techniques. Therefore, this study aimed to examine the relationship between the results of combats (_Wazari_ [half point] vs. _Ipon_ [full point]) and the techniques used in women's judo combats in the Rio 2016 and Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games.