On July 31, 2025, Azerbaijani Greco-Roman wrestler Ali Nazarov claimed the world championship title in the 60kg category at the U17 World Championships held in Athens, Greece.
Nazarov secured a decisive 6-1 victory over his Kyrgyz opponent Amangeldi Ysakbayev, News.Az reports, citing local media.
In addition to Nazarov’s gold, Team Azerbaijan’s Abdurrahman Huseynli earned a bronze medal in the 45kg division, and Hikmat Hagverdiyev took home silver in the 51kg weight class, showcasing a strong overall performance by the Azerbaijani squad.