Two-time Olympic freestyle wrestling champion Abdulrashid Sadulaev has won the European Championship for the first time since 2020. The Russian wrestler claimed gold at the continental tournament alongside teammates Akhmed Usmanov and David Baev, who also won their respective divisions. The victory marks Sadulaev's return to form at the European level after a four-year gap. The announcement was made via the official Telegram channel of the Russian Wrestling Federation.
Abdulrashid Sadulaev has reclaimed the European Championship title for the first time since 2020, with the two-time Olympic freestyle wrestling champion returning to the top of the continental standings at the latest tournament.
The Russian wrestler secured gold alongside teammates Akhmed Usmanov and David Baev, each of whom won their respective weight divisions, giving Russia a strong showing across the board at the competition. The Russian Wrestling Federation announced the results through its official Telegram channel.
Why it matters
- Sadulaev's European title ends a four-year gap at the continental level, reinforcing his standing as one of freestyle wrestling's premier competitors.
- The triple gold for Russia signals the country's continued depth across multiple weight classes.
- Usmanov and Baev's simultaneous victories add further momentum to the Russian squad heading into future international competition.
The win represents a notable milestone for Sadulaev, whose resume already includes two Olympic gold medals. Claiming the European crown again after a four-year absence at that level underscores his durability and sustained competitiveness at the top of the sport. The coordinated success of his teammates further highlights the collective strength of the Russian Wrestling Federation's current roster.
