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Road to Dakar: National Teams Gear Up for U17 World Championships and World Series

With Dakar 2026 on the horizon, Azerbaijan’s beach wrestlers are building strength and strategy in Baku, preparing to conquer the sand at upcoming world events.

Azerbaijan Beach Wrestling Championship: A Historic First and a Step Toward the Future

Held on July 16–17, the Azerbaijan Championship marked the first time female athletes competed in beach wrestling in the country. With over 150 participants, the event played a key role in developing new talent and preparing for the 2026 Dakar Youth Olympic Games.

Azerbaijan National Beach Wrestling Championship U17 &Seniors

The Azerbaijan National Beach Wrestling Championship will be held on July 16–17 in Baku. For the first time ever, U17 girls will compete in this dynamic discipline.

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Successful Performance of Azerbaijani Wrestlers in Poreč

Azerbaijani wrestlers delivered a historic performance at the Beach Wrestling World Series in Poreč! Young talent Vusal Aliyev secured the bronze medal, while seasoned champion Ibrahim Yusubov claimed gold. Discover all the details!