Rivalry

Wrestling Showcases Heavyweight Battle in Short Film, "Rivalry: Taha v. Geno" 

By United World Wrestling Press

CORSIER-SUR-VEVEY, Switzerland (April 15) -- They are the largest men in the sport of wrestling and for the past several years they've been exchanging some of its most epic battles.

With back-and-forth action and incredible stamina leading to nail-biting outcomes, Rio Olympic champion Taha AKGUL (TUR) and three-time world champion Geno PETRIASHVILI (GEO) have become appointment viewing for wrestling fans around the world. The duo has competed more than a half dozen times, exchanging wins and losses in what are often high-scoring matches with exertion that often seems in defiance of what is possible.

The documentary highlights the action on the mat, but also the incredible respect and admiration the duo shares for each other. 'I'm extra prepared and motivated each time we wrestle," says Akgul in the film. "He's an incredible sportsman with a strong will," replies Petriashvili.

While the action on the mat can get heated, the duo has showcased the power of respect in a rivalry and that wrestling -- while intense and without forgiveness -- can be a platform for building character.

Fans can watch the documentary for free on YouTube, IGTV, Facebook, and the UWW website.

2026 U23 Asian Championships

U17 Asian Championships Live Streaming, Results, Videos

By United World Wrestling Press

DA NANG, Vietnam (May 28) -- The U17 Asian Championships is being held in Da Nang, Vietnam from May 28 to 31. The competition will be held at the Tien Son Sport Center, Da Nang.

Greco-Roman will kick off the tournament before moving to Women's Wrestling and Freestyle finishing the competition. Click here for full schedule of U17 Asian Championships.

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Full Wrestling Schedule for U17 Asian Championships

Day 1, May 28
Qualification Rounds (10:30 onwards): Greco 45kg, 48kg, 51kg, 55kg, 60kg, 92kg, 110kg
Finals (18:00 onwards): Greco 45kg, 48kg, 51kg, 55kg, 60kg, 92kg, 110kg

Day 2, May 29
Qualification Rounds (10:30 onwards):
Greco 65kg, 71kg, 80kg & Women's 40kg, 46kg, 53kg, 61kg, 69kg
Finals (18:00): Greco 65kg, 71kg, 80kg & Women's 40kg, 46kg, 53kg, 61kg, 69kg

Day 3, May 30
Qualification Rounds (10:30 onwards): Women's 43kg, 49kg, 57kg, 65kg, 73kg & Freestyle 65kg, 71kg, 80kg
Finals (18:00 onwards): Women's 43kg, 49kg, 57kg, 65kg, 73kg & Freestyle 65kg, 71kg, 80kg

Day 4, May 31
Qualification Rounds (10:30 onwards):
Freestyle 45kg, 48kg, 51kg, 55kg, 60kg, 92kg, 110kg
Finals (18:00 onwards): 45kg, 48kg, 51kg, 55kg, 60kg, 92kg, 110kg