Bahrain’s Ali Baik won bronze in the 61kg category at the World Youth Wrestling Championship, in Russia.
More than 500 wrestlers are taking part in the competition representing associations under the umbrella of the International Federation.
Supreme Council for Youth and Sport first deputy chairman, and president of the General Sports Authority and Bahrain Olympic Committee Shaikh Khalid bin Hamad Al Khalifa said the result achieved by Ali reflects the great technical level that he showed during the competition, armed with persistence and determination to raise Bahrain’s flag at the global forum.
He commended Bahrain’s leadership and government for their care and support for the sports sector.