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Suspension of Venezuelan Wrestling Federation

Tuesday, September 12, 2017 - 12:05 By United World Wrestling Press

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CORSIER-SUR-VEVEY (September 12) -- In accordance with United World Wrestling statutes and regulations, the wrestling federation of Venezuela has been suspended for damage done to other affiliated members. The suspension will mean that wrestlers and refereee from Venezuela may not participate in United World Wresting sponsored championships, tournaments and international matches.

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Former UWW Vice President Oktay passes away

Wednesday, March 27, 2024 - 11:53 By United World Wrestling Press

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CORSIER-SUR-VEVEY, Switzerland (March 27) -- Former United World Wrestling Vice President Kemal OKTAY (TUR) died on Tuesday at the age of 80 years after a prolonged illness.

Oktay, who became the UWW Vice President in 1985, was born in Istanbul in 1944. He remained in that position till 1998 and contributed to benefit wrestling.

A sports enthusiast, Oktay took an interest in wrestling after his son Ali won medals in age-group competitions. Ali has won medals at the age-group European and World Championships.

A recent surgery plus his deteriorating health had kept Oktay away from wrestling.

United World Wrestling expresses its deepest condolences to the Oktay family.