With only 10 months left for the Paris Olympics 2024, the anticipation to perform well is built among athletes. Various athletes are still aspiring to clinch their spot in the upcoming Olympics. Among these aspirants are the USA’s wrestling legend and a young wrestling prodigy, who is also known as the Times NCAA champion. 

Both the legendary wrestlers will soon be witnesses on the mat in the Kazakhstan tournament. While the USA’s Olympic medalist will be wrestling in the 74 kg category, the 2023 NCAA champion will battle for a 65 kg spot. What sets these two wrestlers outshine from other wrestlers in a competitive wrestling tournament? 

What should you know about Kazakhstan’s quest for wrestling glory?

The Kunayev International Wrestling tournament is scheduled to commence from 3rd November to 4th November in Kazakhstan. The tournament will feature three exceptional wrestlers. While Jordan Burroughs will compete for a spot in 74 Kg, Yianni Diakomihalis will be accompanied by Joey Mc Kenna in 65 Kg. 

USA’s wrestling sensation Jordan Burroughs fights for 79kg, but recently, he has been shedding pounds to compete in the 74kg category. The major decision taken by the wrestling prodigy is due to the unavailability of a 79 kg spot. Notably, Jordan Burrough has made it to the spotlight several times for his exceptional anecdote, including 7 gold medals. 

On the other hand, there are two contenders in the 65KG clashing against each other. On one side is Joey McKenna Kunayev, the International Wrestling tournament’s runner-up. He will be locking horns with 4 times the NCAA champions and 2022 World Silver Medalist wrestler Yianni Diakomihalis. The showdown will be a thrill for spectators, as it will feature two exceptionally talented wrestlers fighting to stand atop the podium. 

Former Olympian’s Sacrifice for Olympic Qualifiers

Jordan Burroughs has been losing weight to participate in his previous competition in the 74 kg category. The first gold he clinched in the 74 kg category was back in the year 2012. Eventually, due to impressive weight gain, Burroughs was not able to compete in his prior weight category since the 2021 Olympic Trials. 

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The major reason for gaining weight was a defeat by Kyle Dake in the trails in the 74 kg category. However, the legendary wrestler has aimed to make a redemption this year. On his way, he will not only clinch a Kunayev tournament title but also a ticket to the Paris Olympics 2024. Therefore, he will aim to achieve a gold in this Olympics. 

Overall, the Kunayev International Wrestling Tournament will not let spectators even blink their eyes. It features the epic battles of legendary wrestlers and their hunger to clinch a spot in the Olympics. But the question is, Who is going to take a title home in the 65KG category at the Kunayev International Wrestling Tournament?

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