Eduard Soghomonyan, a talented wrestler, recently joined ASN’s Jason Takhtadjian for his first-ever interview in English, where he shared his remarkable journey from Armenia to the Olympic stage representing Brazil.
Eduard Soghomonyan, a talented wrestler, recently joined ASN’s Jason Takhtadjian for his first-ever interview in English, where he shared his remarkable journey from Armenia to the Olympic stage representing Brazil. This compelling conversation reveals the struggles and sacrifices Soghomonyan faced along the way, including significant injuries that altered his career path.
During the interview, Soghomonyan candidly discussed his past experiences, including working as a truck loader and a security guard. He recounted the moment he sold his car to afford a $1,500 ticket that would take him to Brazil, where he aimed to fulfill his wrestling dreams. He also opened up about the criticism he received for switching nationalities and expressed gratitude for the support he received from the Armenian community in Brazil.
The dialogue further explored Soghomonyan’s recent experiences in Las Vegas, his interest in competing in Real American Freestyle wrestling, and the unexpected cancellation of his Power Slap debut. Fans can watch the full interview on the Armenian Sports News YouTube channel.