Maxim Sacultan Falls to Kotaro Kiyooka in Men's Freestyle 65kg 1/8 Final at Paris 2024

On August 10, 2024, the Men's Freestyle 65kg 1/8 Final showcased a thrilling encounter between Maxim Sacultan of the Republic of Moldova and Kotaro Kiyooka from Japan, held at the renowned Champ-de-Mars Arena. The match, which lasted 2 minutes and 57 seconds, concluded with Kiyooka emerging victorious, securing a score of 10 to 0 against Sacultan.

Kiyooka dominated the bout, demonstrating remarkable skill and strategy throughout the contest. He scored a total of 10 technical points while Sacultan was unable to register any points. This victory propelled Kiyooka into the next phase of the competition, leaving Sacultan with a hard-fought but ultimately disappointing outcome.

The match was officiated by a distinguished panel, including referee Nedyalko Kirov Kireziev from Bulgaria, judge David Rey from France, and mat chairman Vaclav Scheiner from Czechia, ensuring that the competition was conducted fairly and professionally.

This event was part of the highly anticipated wrestling competitions at the Paris 2024 Olympics, where athletes from around the globe compete for glory and medals. The atmosphere in the arena was electric as fans cheered on their favorites, showcasing the spirit of the Olympic Games.

As the tournament progresses, all eyes will be on Kiyooka as he continues his quest for Olympic gold, while Sacultan will undoubtedly reflect on this experience and prepare for future competitions.