European Wrestling Championships 2026 continues in Tirana with strong performances from Albanian athletes.

Islam Dudaev reaches the final in the 65 kg freestyle category but loses 10–0 to Russia’s Bashir Magomedov. Magomedov dominates the match and denies Dudaev any scoring opportunities.

Despite the defeat, Dudaev secures the silver medal and earns a financial reward from the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sports. His result marks one of Albania’s key achievements in the tournament.

Meanwhile, teammate Zelimkhan Abakarov advances to the final in the 61 kg category after a series of dominant wins. He defeats Italy’s Piroddu, Germany’s Stechele, and Azerbaijan’s Novruzov to secure his place in the final.

Abakarov prepares to face Olympic champion Zavur Uguev in the gold medal match, as the championship concludes in Tirana.

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