Armenia achieved a notable milestone at the 2026 U23 World Championships in Las Vegas, clinching two silver medals in Greco-Roman wrestling, thanks to athletes Gaspar Terteryan and Martik Petrosyan.
Armenia has secured two silver medals at the 2026 U23 World Championships held in Las Vegas, marking a significant achievement for the nation in Greco-Roman wrestling. The standout athletes, Gaspar Terteryan and Martik Petrosyan, earned silver in their respective weight classes of 72 kg and 82 kg.
In a competitive field, Armenia finished eighth in the overall medal tally. Other notable performances included Yurik Hoveyan at 67 kg, Samvel Terteryan at 77 kg, and Aramayis Harutyunyan at 130 kg, all of whom placed fifth in their categories.
The tournament saw Iran dominate the medal table, finishing with three gold medals, while Kazakhstan followed closely with two golds. China’s Wenhao Jiang capped off the event by claiming the final gold in the 130 kg category. This performance highlights Armenia’s growing presence in international wrestling, particularly in youth categories.