Wrestling at the Youth Olympic Games facts for kids
Wrestling is a really old sport where two people try to take each other down or pin them. It's been a part of the Youth Olympic Summer Games since they first started in 2010. The Youth Olympic Games are a big event where young athletes from all over the world compete in many different sports. Just like the main Olympic Games, these games happen every four years. It's a chance for young wrestlers to show off their skills on a global stage!
Youth Olympic Wrestling Events
The Youth Olympic Games have happened several times, and wrestling has been a part of each one. Here's a quick look at when they took place and how many wrestling events there were for boys (M) and girls (W).
| Games | Year | Events (Boys + Girls) |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2010 | 14 (10 boys + 4 girls) |
| 2nd | 2014 | 14 (10 boys + 4 girls) |
| 3rd | 2018 | 15 (10 boys + 5 girls) |
| 4th | 2026 | 18 (9 boys + 9 girls) |
Who Won the Most Medals?
A medal table shows which countries have won the most medals in a sport. It counts gold, silver, and bronze medals. As of the 2018 Summer Youth Olympics, some countries have done really well in wrestling.
- Russia has won the most gold medals with 9, plus 1 silver and 3 bronze.
- Azerbaijan is close behind with 8 gold medals, 3 silver, and 1 bronze.
- Japan has also done great, earning 6 gold medals and 2 bronze.
- Other countries like the USA, Iran, and Uzbekistan have also won multiple gold medals.
A Note on Fair Play
In 2010, a wrestler named Nurbek Hakkulov from Uzbekistan won a silver medal. However, it was later found that he had used a substance that was not allowed in sports. Because of this, his medal was taken away. This shows how important it is for athletes to follow the rules and compete fairly.
