Russian Wrestling Championship Kicks Off in Two Days
The Russian Junior U24 Championships are set to commence in Ulan-Ude on August 14, serving as a qualifier for the October U23 World Championships in Serbia. This year's event is dedicated to the memory of Yuri Vlasco.
A total of 339 athletes from 30 regions are registered for the competition, with the Republic of Sakha team consisting of 37 wrestlers. The second day of the championship will see athletes in the 61, 70, 79, 92, and 125kg weight classes taking to the mat. The first day will feature wrestlers in the 57, 65, 74, 86, and 97kg weight classes.
While specific predictions for successful performances from individual wrestlers have yet to be made, experts are optimistic about the prospects of Russian Championships bronze medalist Viktor Yakolev and two-time Russian Junior U21 champion Eduard Popov. Notably, last year's European U23 champion, Lev Pavlov, is aiming to secure a spot in Serbia after his disappointing performance at the Russian Championships in Moscow.
However, it's worth noting that not all wrestlers from the Republic of Sakha team have secured their spots, with nine Yakut wrestlers yet to pay the 20,000 ruble participation fee. Some of these wrestlers may be competing at their own expense.
For those interested in following the event, Sakhapress will provide updates on the Russian Junior U24 Championships. The winners of the championship will receive a cash prize of 50,000 rubles, in addition to the championship belt and gold medal.
As the competition approaches, the anticipation among Yakut fans is high, with hopes of securing 3-4 medals at this year's Russian Championships. Let the games begin!
If you're looking for more specific information about the championships, such as the list of registered athletes or the exact dates of events, it might be beneficial to check official badminton websites, sports news platforms, local clubs or associations, social media, and sports forums.
Sports fans in Ulan-Ude and across Russia are eagerly anticipating the Russian Junior U24 Championships, commencing on August 14. Amidst the 339 registered athletes, eye-catching contenders include bronze medalist Viktor Yakolev, two-time Russian Junior U21 champion Eduard Popov, and last year's European U23 champion, Lev Pavlov.
