Aman Sherawat Secures 57kg Gold In 2024 Zagreb Open singles

India’s young wrestling sensation, Aman Sehrawat, set the stage on fire at the Zagreb Open 2024 by winning a gold medal in the 57 kg category of the men’s singles event. The 20-year-old wrestler demonstrated his prowess by defeating China’s Zou Wanhao 10-0 in the final, securing victory by technical superiority. This impressive win marked a stellar beginning for Sehrawat in the year 2024.

Dominance from the Start

Sehrawat, currently ranked 13th in the world, showcased his dominance over his Chinese counterpart right from the initial moments of the final match. With precision and skill, he left no room for error and concluded the fight with a resounding victory, leaving a minute and eight seconds on the clock.

Turning the Tables in Qualification Round

In the qualification round, Sehrawat faced Muhammet Karavus of Turkey. Despite initially trailing 0-4 against his opponent, the Indian grappler staged an incredible comeback, ultimately winning the match 15-4. This display of resilience and determination highlighted Sehrawat’s ability to overcome challenges and emerge victorious.

Coach’s Perspective

Following Sehrawat’s success, his coach Lalit Kumar expressed satisfaction with the athlete’s performance. Kumar, recently honored with the Dronacharya Award, emphasized the dedicated efforts put into refining Sehrawat’s technique. He stated, “There weren’t many tournaments in the last few months, but we didn’t stop working even for a day. The entire time was used to improve his starts.”

Potential Showdown at Olympic Trials

As Sehrawat is often regarded as India’s next big wrestling sensation, attention now turns to the upcoming selection trials for the Olympics 2024 berth. The young wrestler may find himself in a potential showdown with Tokyo Olympics 2020 silver medalist Ravi Dahiya. The selection trials next month promise high-stakes competition as Indian wrestlers vie for a chance to represent their country on the Olympic stage.

Mixed Fortunes for Other Indian Wrestlers

While Sehrawat celebrated his gold medal victory, the competition brought mixed fortunes for other Indian wrestlers. Deepak Punia faced a setback in the men’s 86kg category, losing his qualification round bout 2-6 to Azamat Dauletbekov of Kazakhstan. However, Punia showcased resilience in the first-round repechage, securing a 4-1 win against Ukraine’s Valentyn Babii. On the other hand, Yash, competing in the men’s 74kg category, faced a tough challenge against USA’s Quincy Miles. Yash succumbed to a 0-10 defeat by technical superiority in the Round of 16.