Armenian heavyweight wrestler Aramayis Harutyunyan is just one win away from clinching a U23 world bronze medal, following a remarkable series of matches in Las Vegas.
Aramayis Harutyunyan is on the brink of securing a U23 world bronze medal in wrestling after a thrilling competition in Las Vegas. The Armenian heavyweight showcased his skills by narrowly defeating Azerbaijan’s Mazaim Mardanov in a closely contested 5–5 bout, winning on criteria. This victory followed an impressive 8–0 win over Greece’s Achilleas Chrysidis in the repechage round, demonstrating Harutyunyan’s dominance in the mat.
Tonight, October 14, he will face Kazakhstan’s Jokhar Uzarov in the battle for the 130 kg Greco-Roman bronze medal. The medal session is set to commence at 6 p.m. Pacific time at the Thomas & Mack Center. With the stakes high, Harutyunyan aims to clinch a medal for Armenia and add to his growing accolades in the sport.
As the competition unfolds, fans eagerly await the outcome, hoping for a triumphant performance from the young wrestler, who has already made his mark in the tournament.
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