Azerbaijani Greco-Roman wrestlers shine at European Championships With two golds and a silver

The Azerbaijani national team of Greco-Roman wrestlers have completed their performances at the European Championships, held in the capital of Romania, Bucharest.

Two more Azerbaijani wrestlers became winners of the continent on the last day, and one won a silver medal, Report informs.

Thus, Nihat Mammadli (60 kg) and Hasrat Jafarov (67 kg), who reached the final on February 14, won the decisive match and rose to the highest step of the podium. Second place went to Ulvu Ganizada (72 kg), who lost to his opponent in the final.

On February 14, wrestlers Maria Stadnik (50 kg) and Alena Kolesnik (59 kg) reached the finals. In the decisive matches on February 15, they will meet Evin Demirhan (Türkiye) and Alina Filipovic (Ukraine), respectively.

At present, Azerbaijan has 6 (3-2-1) awards: Nihat Mammadli (60 kg), Murad Mammadov (63 kg) and Hasrat Jafarov (67 kg) became champions, Rashad Mammadov (55 kg) and Ulvu Ganizade ( 72 kg) lost in the final, and Beka Kandelaki (130 kg) took bronze.

Commenting on this momentous achievement, Mikayil Jabbarov, President of the Azerbaijan Wrestling Federation, shared a post on his X account, expressing heartfelt congratulations to the wrestlers and coaches.

“The Azerbaijani national team's historic triumph in Greco-Roman wrestling marks a significant milestone in Azerbaijani wrestling history,” Jabbarov wrote.

“Securing three gold medals at the European Championship, Nihat Mammadli (60 kg), Murad Mammadov (63 kg), and Hasrat Jafarov (67 kg) showcased exceptional skill and determination in Bucharest, Romania. Rashad Mammadov (55 kg) and Ulvu Ganizade (72 kg) clinched silver medals, while Beka Kandelaki (130 kg) secured a bronze.

We extend heartfelt congratulations to our wrestlers and coaches for this momentous achievement and wish them continued success in future competitions.

Our best wishes also go to Maria Stadnik (50 kg) and Alyona Kolesnik (59 kg), who reached the finals of the European Championship, along with our female wrestlers and members of the national freestyle wrestling team,” the federation’s president said.