Lasha Guruli Triumphs in Men's 63.5kg Boxing Prelims at Paris 2024

In an electrifying showdown at the North Paris Arena, Lasha Guruli from Georgia showcased his boxing prowess by defeating Malik Hasanov of Azerbaijan in the Men's 63.5kg preliminaries - Round of 16. The match, held on July 29, 2024, was a display of skill, strategy, and determination, culminating in Guruli's victory with a score of 5 points to 0.

Guruli, who entered the ring as the 7th seed, demonstrated exceptional technique and composure throughout the bout. The judges unanimously favored Guruli, scoring him highly with points of 30, 30, and 29 from the five judges, securing his place in the next round. His performance left the audience in awe and marked him as a strong contender in the competition.

On the other hand, Hasanov, competing in the blue corner, managed to score only 0 points against Guruli's onslaught. Despite his efforts, the Azerbaijani boxer could not find the rhythm needed to overcome his Georgian opponent.

The match was officiated by a skilled team, including referee Maximo Abalos from the Philippines and judges from Canada, Argentina, France, Algeria, and Germany, ensuring a fair contest. The North Paris Arena buzzed with excitement as spectators witnessed this captivating encounter in the Olympic boxing event.

As the tournament progresses, all eyes will be on Guruli as he aims for further victories, representing Georgia with pride and ambition.