Armenia has achieved a historic milestone at the 2026 European Elite Boxing Championships, with Elida Kocharyan and Rudolf Garboyan both advancing to the semifinals, securing at least two bronze medals for their nation.
Armenia has made a remarkable debut at the 2026 European Elite Boxing Championships, securing its first two medals in this prestigious event. Elida Kocharyan and Rudolf Garboyan have advanced to the semifinals held in Sofia, Bulgaria, ensuring that the nation will walk away with at least two bronze medals.
In the women’s 65-kilogram quarterfinal, Kocharyan showcased her strength and skill by defeating Romania’s Andra Sebe in a decisive second-round stoppage. Following her impressive performance, Garboyan took to the ring in the men’s 50-kilogram quarterfinal, where he triumphed over Israel’s David Zahari in a closely contested match, winning by a 4-1 split decision.
Both athletes are set to return to the ring on Wednesday, with their sights set on gold. Kocharyan will compete against Azalia Amineva, while Garboyan will face Bair Batlaev, marking a pivotal moment in their careers and for Armenian boxing on the European stage.