Gaspar credited her competitive consistency this season to balancing academic and sporting responsibilities.
"The factors for achieving good results involve continuous training, great dedication, balancing school and training, and developing an increasingly stronger mindset," she said.
She expressed appreciation for her support network.
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"I want to thank everyone who supports me, whether they are judoka or not, especially my family, friends, coaches and club teammates.
All that support means a lot to me," Gaspar said.
Portuguese cadet national team coach Joana Ramos highlighted the event as a critical qualification gateway and the emotional peak of the seasonal training cycle.
"This competition represents the culmination of an entire season of work for these cadets.
It is the final major opportunity before the cadet European Championships and therefore carries very special competitive and emotional significance," Ramos said.
Ramos emphasized that the tournament allowed domestic athletes to showcase their skills in front of local families and home club networks.
"For many athletes, this event may prove decisive in achieving qualification standards for the cadet European Championships but above all, it is an opportunity to show their best level in a very special environment: at home, in front of club teammates, national teammates, families and coaches who support them every day," she said.
Brazil and Spain Shine in Heavier Categories on Final Day
On Sunday, Brazil emerged as the dominant force in the heavier weight categories with five finalists, while Spain produced four finalists and Italy secured only one finalist placement in the women's +70 kg category.
