The World Championship of under-17 wrestlers is starting in the capital of Azerbaijan. On the first day of the competition, five representatives of the youth national team of Armenia will compete for medals.
According to the Armenian Wrestling Federation, this major international competition has brought together the world’s best young athletes, and the Armenian team is ready to show its full potential. On the opening day of the tournament, Armenian athletes will start their performances in five weight categories at once.
The sports honor of the country will be protected on the international stage Ararat Avetisyan՝ մինչև 48 կգ քաշային կարգում, Gegham Yeghiazaryan, who competes in the 55 kg category, and Vazgen Mnatsakanyanin the 65 kg weight category. In addition, in the heavier weight divisions, they will fight for the next rounds Vahe Hoveyan and Khachik Khachatryan, who represent the 80 kg and 110 kg weight classes, respectively.
It is expected that this championship will become a serious test and an important step for young athletes on the way to big sports.
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