Janes Nazaryan Claims Gold at U17 European Wrestling Championships with Perfect Record
Armenian wrestler Janes Nazaryan achieved an impressive feat at the 2026 U17 European Wrestling Championships in Samokov, Bulgaria, winning the gold medal in the 71 kg Greco-Roman division without conceding a single point throughout the tournament.
Janes Nazaryan’s remarkable performance at the 2026 U17 European Wrestling Championships has made headlines as he secured gold in the 71 kg Greco-Roman division. Competing in Samokov, Bulgaria, Nazaryan displayed exceptional skill and dominance, outscoring his opponents with a staggering combined score of 37-0 over five matches.
Nazaryan began his journey with a decisive 6-0 victory against Romania’s Albert Gabriel Deacu. He continued his winning streak by defeating Moldova’s Maxim Codreanu with an 8-0 score, followed by a commanding 9-0 win against Ivan Shulko from UWW/Russia. The Armenian wrestler’s prowess was further highlighted in his match against Italy’s Nicolas De Grecis, where he achieved a 10-0 victory, propelling him into the finals.
In the gold medal match, Nazaryan faced Georgia’s Ramaz Basilia, where he concluded his dominant tournament with a 4-0 victory, solidifying his status as a top contender in the sport.