Greco-Roman wrestler Ignat Meico claimed the silver medal at the U17 European Wrestling Championship in Skopje, North Macedonia, becoming the European U17 vice-champion in the 71 kg category.
In the final, Giorgi Gogelashvili of Georgia defeated him. On his way to the final, Meico secured victories over opponents from the Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Greece. Triumphed in the semifinals against Artiom Ilchenko, who competed under a neutral flag.
In the 45 kg weight category, Moldovan wrestler Vadim Tarelunga earned the bronze medal after defeating Artem Tkachenko.
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The Moldovan national wrestling team’s participation in the U17 European Championships was supported financially by the Ministry of Education and Research.