Amidst Shocking Withdrawal From Zagreb Open, Jordan Burroughs Takes a Moment to Share Heartwarming 2023 Recap

Wrestling fans across the nation are eclectic right now. With a long line of A-listers heading to Croatia for the UWW’s Zagreb Open, the whole nation is hoping to start off the road to Paris in style. However, while Helen Maroulis & Co. is waiting to get on the mat, Jordan Burroughs has chosen to refrain from participating.

Bearing in mind that Burroughs was recently seen training to get back to his old weight class, speculations about the 2012 Olympic gold medalist’s decision only grow wilder. And yet, Burroughs seems to be unwavering in the situation as he receives more support from a doting family. In a recent social media post, the 6-times World Championships gold winner has shared his favorite moments from 2023 and it looks to be that Burroughs is soaking in his dad duties pretty earnestly.

Jordan Burroughs shares adorable snaps

In a series of photos on Instagram, Burroughs is seen spending some quality time frolicking with his wholesome family. Lauren and Jordan Burroughs have a family of six with their four children. The 9 times PanAm Games and PanAm Champion can be seen grinning contently as he, his missus, and the children make memories to cherish for their lives. “Dad 2023 Recap“, reads the post and fans were left melting into a puddle.

In the first image of the post, the proud couple can be seen in a candid moment. An adorable Banner taking a quick nap in daddy’s arms only overshadowed the animated exchange of expressions between the two. Wrestling fans will be assured to see how combat sports run in the Burroughs family as Beacon seems to have his father in a quite impressive submission hold. In another, Beacon and sister Ora can be seen making an early start to their training as both look comfortable scaling the rope.

In some other images, the Burroughs family can be seen all dressed up and sharing a casual chuckle among themselves. On the other hand, Jordan and his kids can also be seen getting more pointers from front-row seats. He also shared a photo with the Temple University Owls women’s wrestling team. However, it’s probably the last shot that has us gushing. What are his professional overtures in the offing, though?

A long and winding road ahead

While Burroughs can be seen holding his baby daughter playfully by the scruff, his focus remains fixated on the prize. The Olympic team trials are near and the Zagreb Open will see a lot of his colleagues making statement performances and the 3-time Big 12 gold medalist will have to fight one out with many of his peers for a spot in the national team.

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As Jordan trains hard to get back to the 74kg weight class, it remains to be seen what fate has planned for the national sensation.

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