Alisher Ganiev wins Uzbekistan's first U23 Greco-Roman Wrestling gold

Nineteen-year-old Alisher Ganiev has made history for Uzbekistan by securing the country’s first-ever gold medal at the U23 Greco-Roman Wrestling World Championships. His victory also marks the first time Uzbekistan has won gold in this age category at the event.

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The U23 World Championships, currently taking place in Albania, saw Ganiev face Russian athlete Dinislam Bammatov, who competed under a neutral flag, in the final bout. Ganiev emerged victorious with a decisive 8-4 win, earning the gold in the 60 kg weight category.

This achievement is particularly significant as Uzbekistan had never previously secured a medal at youth world championships in Greco-Roman wrestling.

Ganiev’s triumph not only brings pride to the nation but also marks a new era in Uzbek wrestling on the global stage.