Athletistic/OI-2024. Russian wrestler Shamil Mamedov, who has received permission from the International Olympic Committee (IOC), has refused to participate in the Paris Olympics, TASS reports, citing the Russian Wrestling Federation.

Earlier, the IOC press service reported that the 23-year-old Russian athlete had accepted an invitation to the Olympic Games.

“The situation regarding Shamil Mamedov’s participation in the Olympic Games has become clearer. On Saturday, Mamedov made the final decision regarding the inability to participate in the Olympic Games due to a relapse of the injury. The wrestler informed the IOC of his decision,” the federation reported.

Mamedov competes in the weight category up to 65 kg. He is a bronze medalist at the 2023 World Championships and a two-time champion of Russia.



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