Armenia’s Greco-Roman wrestlers concluded the U23 World Championships in Las Vegas on a challenging note, with both Samvel Terteryan and Aramayis Harutyunyan finishing fifth after tough battles for bronze medals.
In a challenging conclusion to the U23 World Championships held in Las Vegas, Armenia’s Greco-Roman wrestlers faced a tough night. Both Samvel Terteryan (77 kg) and Aramayis Harutyunyan (130 kg) finished in fifth place after narrowly losing their bronze medal matches. Harutyunyan’s journey to the evening session was particularly dramatic, as he secured his spot with two repechage victories, including a remarkable comeback from a five-point deficit against Azerbaijan’s Mazaim Mardanov.
In the women’s competition, Serineh Diana Crane concluded her tournament with a hard-fought 7 to 4 loss against Switzerland’s Svenja Jungo in the 50 kg category. Despite the setbacks, Armenia’s Greco-Roman team celebrated silver medals earned by Gaspar Terteryan (72 kg) and Martik Petrosyan (82 kg), alongside commendable fifth-place finishes from Yurik Hoveyan, Samvel Terteryan, and Aramayis Harutyunyan.
The championships showcased some of the best wrestling talents, and Armenia’s athletes displayed resilience and skill throughout the event. The competition highlighted the nation’s growing prowess in the wrestling arena, promising a bright future for its sportsmen.