Russian boxer Gabil Mamedov reported that his opponent did not qualify for the final of the European Championship due to a cut, so he did not feel any emotions from the victory.
On Sunday in Belgrade, Mamedov won the gold medal at the European Championship in the weight category up to 63.5 kg. The Russian’s opponent, Moldovan Alexandru Parachiv, did not participate.
“Actually, this is the first time this has happened in my career.” Despite the level of competition. It turns out his eyebrow was cut off. A severe cut, and so the doctors did not allow him to fight. Emotions are lost. I talked with the trainer about whether it would be better if I went out, boxed and won like that. Or he would have won. I would have enjoyed it more if I had fought. Then, a little rest. And we will make plans. We will prepare for the next tournaments. I can’t say which one exactly. The priority at the moment is amateur performances,” reports the correspondent of , according to Mamedov’s words.
The Russian team participates in the European Championships with national symbols in accordance with the decision of the International Boxing Association (AIBA).
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Source : MatchTV
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