In a historic achievement for Indian wrestling, Aman Sehrawat secured the country’s first quota for the Paris 2024 Olympics in the men’s 57kg freestyle category. The young wrestler’s remarkable performance at the World Wrestling Olympic Qualifiers in Istanbul earned him a well-deserved spot on the Olympic stage.
Aman Sehrawat, a U23 world champion and senior Asian Championship title winner, lived up to the high expectations placed upon him. Competing in the 57kg division, he displayed exceptional skills and determination throughout the tournament. Here are the key highlights of his journey:
Aman Sehrawat’s Journey to Paris
Aman won all three of his bouts with double-digit scores, two of them by technical superiority. His dominant performances showcased his prowess on the mat.
Amid challenging times for men’s wrestling in India, Aman emerged as a beacon of hope. His victory not only secured India’s first Paris 2024 quota in men’s freestyle wrestling but also saved the country from the embarrassment of no qualification in the men’s section.
Tokyo Olympics silver medalist Ravi Dahiya also competes in the 57kg category. If the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) holds trials, Aman may have to face Ravi to book his ticket to Paris.
In the crucial bout against North Korea’s Chongsong Han, Aman demonstrated tremendous defensive skills and counter-attacks. He secured a comfortable 12-2 victory, ensuring his place at the Olympics.
AMAN SEHRAWAT HAS DONE IT 💥💥
He breaks the deadlock for Indian male wrestlers, becoming the first to qualify for #Paris2024 with a 12-2 win over DPR Korea's Han.#WrestleIstanbul pic.twitter.com/IQBJ29PDFo
— The Bridge (@the_bridge_in) May 11, 2024
Throughout the tournament, Aman effectively attacked his opponents’ right legs, converting those moves into successful takedowns. His technical superiority was evident, as he didn’t concede a single point against Ukraine’s Andrii Yatsenko.
Aman Sehrawat’s achievement is a testament to his hard work, dedication, and talent. As the first Indian male wrestler to secure a berth for the Paris Games, he has etched his name in the annals of Indian wrestling history. Now, all eyes will be on him as he prepares to represent the tricolor on the grand Olympic stage.
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