Ten-Time European Champion Retires From Wrestling
(MENAFN- AzerNews)
Laman Ismayilova
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Azerbaijan's female wrestler has Mariya Stadnik has announced
her retirement, Azernews reports citing Azerbaijan
Wrestling Federation.
"The living legend of world wrestling, Mariya, who has served in
Azerbaijani wrestling for over 17 years and boasts a record-filled
career, has concluded her athlete activities.
She is the only athlete from Azerbaijan to have participated in
the olympics five times, the only four-time Olympic medalist, a
two-time world champion, and a ten-time European champion. She is
also a two-time winner of the European Games and the Islamic
Solidarity Games and has become an example and idol for many female
wrestlers worldwide due to her fighting spirit, discipline, and
hard work.
The Azerbaijan Wrestling Federation expresses its gratitude to
Mariya Stadnik for her contributions to the country's wrestling and
for inspiring many young wrestlers with her achievements.
We believe that with her rich experience, she will continue to
support the development of Azerbaijani wrestling," the federation's
statement said.
Mariya Stadnik is distinguished as one of the most decorated
wrestlers in history, particularly in women's freestyle wrestling.
The female wrestler Mariya Stadnik has achieved a remarkable
milestone by becoming a ten-time European champion.
Throughout her career, she has participated in five Olympic
Games (2004, 2008, 2012, 2016, and 2020), making her the only
athlete from Azerbaijan to achieve such a feat. Her Olympic journey
has been adorned with Olympic medals.
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