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Andreu Ortega and Goleij Seek Second U23 World Titles

Monday, October 28, 2019 - 20:54 By Taylor Miller

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Photo: Reineri ANDREU ORTEGA (CUB). / Photo: Kadir Caliskan

BUDAPEST, Hungary – Two men’s freestyle athletes and 2017 U23 World champions, Reineri ANDREU ORTEGA (CUB) at 57 kg and Mojtaba GOLEIJ (IRI) at 97 kg, seek to earn their second U23 World gold medals on Tuesday in Budapest, Hungary.

Both Andreu Ortega and Goleij won their first U23 World titles in 2017.

At 57 kg, Andreu Ortega will return to the U23 gold-medal finals, thanks to three wins on Monday in Budapest.

After taking out 2016 Junior World champion Afgan Smail KHASHALOV (AZE) in the first round and 2018 U23 World bronze medalist Wanhao ZOU (CHN) in the quarterfinals, Andreu Ortega battled 2019 Russian Nationals champion Ramiz GAMZATOV (RUS).

Trailing 1-0 at the break, Andreu Ortega used a takedown, trapped-arm gut and a four-point takedown for an 8-2 win and a spot in the finals.

Tomorrow for gold, Andreu Ortega will face 2019 Junior World bronze medalist and 2017 Cadet World bronze medalist Adlan ASKAROV (KAZ).

Askarov had several close battles on the day, including his semifinal match against Alireza Nosratolha SARLAK (IRI).

Sarlak led 3-1 late in the second period, but with less than 20 seconds left, Askarov scored a takedown to take the lead and secure a 3-3 win on criteria.

Photo of Mojtaba GOLEIJ (IRI). Photo: Kadir Caliskan

Wrestling at 97 kg, Goleij had a big day, opening his day with an 11-0 win against Lukas KRASAUSKAS (LTU). In the quarterfinals, Goleij took down 2018 U23 World champion Givi MATCHARASHVILI (GEO) in an 8-6 decision.

To move onto the finals, Goleij put together a decisive 8-2 win against Dzianis KHRAMIANKOU (BLR) in a rematch of the 2017 U23 World gold-medal match.

In his finals bout tomorrow, Goleij will face 2017 Junior World champion Shamil MUSAEV (RUS), who was dominant in his opening day of competition, picking up three-straight technical falls, including a 12-0 victory over Serik BAKYTKHANOV (KAZ) in the quarterfinals.  

Photo of Tariel GAPHRINDASHVILI (GEO). Photo: Kadir Caliskan

2018 Cadet World champion Turan BAYRAMOV (AZE) seeks his second-career World title, advancing to the 65 kg finals.

Bayramov, a 2019 Junior World bronze medalist and a 2017 Cadet World silver medalist, outlasted Ilman MUKHTAROV (FRA) in the semifinals tonight, scoring a second-period takedown to give him a 2-1 advantage.

For gold, Bayramov will take on 2018 Junior Asian champion Takuma TANIYAMA (JPN). In his semifinal, Taniyama held off Ernazar AKMATALIEV (KGZ) with a 4-3 decision.

Mirza SKHULUKHIA (GEO) locked up his second U23 World medal by battling his way to the 70 kg finals. He was a bronze medalist at the 2017 U23 World Championships.

For the 70 kg title, Skhulukhia will go head-to-head with Cherman VALIEV (RUS), who did not give up a single point in his first four matches of the tournament. He outscored his opponents on Monday, 39-0, including a 10-0 win over Amirhossein HOSSEINI (IRI) in the semifinals.

Wrestling in the gold bout at 79 kg is 2016 Junior World bronze medalist Tariel GAPHRINDASHVILI (GEO) and three-time World medalist Abubakr ABAKAROV (AZE).

Abakarov is a 2016 Cadet World champion, 2018 Junior World silver medalist and a 2019 Junior World bronze medalist.

The finals will take place at 6 p.m. on Tuesday. Fans can watch live on unitedworldwrestling.org.

Semifinals results
57 kg
Reineri ANDREU ORTEGA (CUB) df. Ramiz GAMZATOV (RUS), 8-2
Adlan ASKAROV (KAZ) df. Alireza SARLAK (IRI), 3-3

65 kg
Turan BAYRAMOV (AZE) df. Ilman MUKHTAROV (FRA), 2-1
Takuma TANIYAMA (JPN) df. Ernazar AKMATALIEV (KGZ), 4-3

70 kg
Mirza SKHULUKHIA (GEO) df. Oleksii BORUTA (UKR), 9-5
Cherman VALIEV (RUS) df. Amirhossein HOSSEINI (IRI), 10-0

79 kg
Tariel GAPHRINDASHVILI (GEO) df. Ramazan SARI (TUR), 10-6
Abubakr ABAKAROV (AZE) df. Ver Dev GULIA (IND), 8-1

97 kg
Mojtaba GOLEIJ (IRI) df. Dzianis KHRAMIANKOU (BLR), 8-2
Shamil MUSAEV (RUS) df. Danylo STASIUK (UKR), 13-2

Finals matchups
57 kg: Reineri ANDREU ORTEGA (CUB) vs. Adlan ASKAROV (KAZ)
65 kg: Turan BAYRAMOV (AZE) vs. Takuma TANIYAMA (JPN)
70 kg: Mirza SKHULUKHIA (GEO) vs. Cherman VALIEV (RUS)
79 kg: Tariel GAPHRINDASHVILI (GEO) vs. Abubakr ABAKAROV (AZE)
97 kg: Mojtaba GOLEIJ (IRI) vs. Shamil MUSAEV (RUS)

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Successful UWW Event Organization Workshop concludes in Istanbul

Tuesday, August 8, 2023 - 13:45 By Eric Olanowski

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ISTANBUL, Turkey (August 5) — The third edition of the United World Wrestling's Event Organization Workshop was a great success in Istanbul, Turkey, from July 27-August 1. Last year's event in Rome was also a hit, making this year's workshop a continuation of that accomplishment. The Pullman Istanbul Hotel & Convention Centre hosted the workshop due to its modern amenities and comfortable accommodations.

Participants from 13 countries attended the workshop, creating a diverse and international gathering. In total, 21 individuals joined, bringing valuable knowledge and experience with them.

The workshop started with an opening ceremony attended by the key players responsible for its delivery. Rodica Maria YAKSI (TUR), the UWW Bureau Member and UWW Committee of Associated Styles President, played a crucial role in its success. Jean-Daniel REY (SUI), the project head, and Yuri MAIER (ARG), the UWW Sport & Development Officer, were also present. Their presence highlighted the importance of the workshop for the wrestling community.

The workshop focused on educating participants about event organizing, covering topics such as planning tools, event benefits, bidding process, functional areas, and more. It included four theoretical and practical sessions and some essential activities of the U17 World Championships, including technical meetings, draws, medical examinations, and weigh-ins. 

Participants also had informative talks with various commissions and toured the venue set up for the U17 World Championships.

This year's workshop saw increased participation from experts in various fields, enriching the discussions and making the event more impactful. Participants appreciated the opportunity to engage with different commissions, gaining valuable insights applicable in multiple domains.

RODRodica Maria YAKSI (TUR), UWW Bureau Member and UWW Committee of Associated Styles President, leads the discussion at the third annual UWW Event Organization Workshop. (Photo: United World Wrestling / Kadir Caliskan)

The experts who facilitated the discussion included Yui Maier - UWW Sport and Development Officer; Kadir CALISKAN (GER) – Media/Photos; Deividas BARGAILA (LTU) - IT, Rodica Maria Yaksi - Protocol and Award Ceremonies, Ana STANKOVIC (SRB) – Accreditation and Athena System, Antonina BOSSER (SUI) - Sustainability, and Halil Ibrahim CICIOGLU (TUR) - Refereeing.

One of the highlights of the workshop was the introduction of The Event Preparation Guide, a comprehensive guide designed to help event organizers prepare for any UWW event. The guide covers all the necessary areas and requirements involved in organizing an event, including logistical planning, marketing and promotion, communication, and safety measures. It is a vital tool that ensures the success of any UWW event and helps to create a memorable experience for all participants.

CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL -> Event Preparation Guide,

Feedback from an anonymous survey after the workshop was overwhelmingly positive, showing participants' enthusiasm for future editions. The interactive sessions and diverse discussions provided valuable insights for event organization and execution. One participant said, "I liked the positive energy of everyone who participated in the seminar, the interest from us to learn as much as possible, and the willingness of the instructors to pass it on to us and help us."

Overall, the Event Organization Workshop provided an excellent learning platform for participants, empowering them to organize events more efficiently and effectively in the future.