Azerbaijani freestyle wrestler becomes world champion

Kanan Heybatov, Azerbaijani freestyle wrestler
The Azerbaijan State News Agency

The U23 World Championship held in Novi Sad, Serbia, is nearing its conclusion. According to Azertag, two members of Azerbaijan’s freestyle wrestling team competed in the final bouts.

Kanan Heybatov (70 kg) faced Iranian wrestler Sina Khalili in the final. Although his opponent had the upper hand in the first round, the Azerbaijani athlete secured a determined victory. Defeating his rival 9-4, Kenan became a U23 world champion for the first time.

Khetag Karsanov (125 kg) also faced an Iranian opponent in the final. However, the national team member, who began competing in the heaviest weight category this year, lost to Abolfazl Nejad (0-11) and took the silver medal.

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