Elgun Karimli loses opening bout at U17 Wrestling World Championships

Azerbaijani freestyle wrestler Elgun Karimli has lost his opening bout at the U17 Wrestling World Championships in Baku.

According to Report, the athlete competing in the 92 kg weight category was defeated by India's Saksham Fnu in the qualification round on the basis of the last point rule after a 5:5 score.

The U17 Wrestling World Championships are being held at the National Gymnastics Arena. Nearly 700 young wrestlers from more than 60 countries are taking part in the competition. Azerbaijan is represented by 29 wrestlers at the tournament.