The U20 Wrestling World Championships 2024 in Pontevedra, Spain, witnessed a stellar performance by Indian wrestlers, with Nikita and Neha clinching silver and bronze medals, respectively. Their achievements contributed significantly to India’s overall second-place finish in the tournament, which saw the country bag a total of five medals.
Nikita’s Journey to Silver at U20 Wrestling World Championships
Nikita, competing in the women’s 62 kg freestyle category, showcased her prowess throughout the tournament. A former gold medalist at the U20 Asian Championships, she entered the World Championships with high expectations. In the final, Nikita faced Ukrainian wrestler Iryna Bondar. Despite a valiant effort, she lost 1-4, securing the silver medal.
Nitika claims silver medal in Women’s 62kg category at the U20 World Championships. 🥳
She lost 1-4 to her Ukrainian opponent in the final.
A valiant effort following her gold-winning performance at last year’s U20 Asian Championships! 🌟#Wrestling #U20WWC pic.twitter.com/bbtKqTUDo6
— Khel Now (@KhelNow) September 6, 2024
Neha’s Bronze Triumph
Neha, competing in the women’s 57 kg freestyle category, added to India’s medal tally with a hard-fought bronze. Fresh from her gold medal win at the U17 World Championships last month, Neha entered the U20 Championships with confidence.
In the bronze medal bout, Neha faced Gerda Terek of Hungary. The match was a thrilling contest, with Neha emerging victorious with a 10-8 scoreline. Her ability to maintain composure under pressure and execute her moves with precision was key to her success.
India’s Overall Performance
India’s performance at the U20 Wrestling World Championships was commendable, with the team finishing second overall. The medal tally included one gold, one silver, and three bronze medals. Jyoti Berwal’s gold in the women’s 76 kg category was another highlight of the tournament for India.
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