Aram Vardanyan Faces Malkhas Amoyan in Men's Greco-Roman 77kg Bronze Medal Match

On August 7, 2024, the Paris 2024 Olympics witnessed a thrilling showdown in the Men's Greco-Roman 77kg Bronze Medal Match at the Champ-de-Mars Arena. This highly anticipated event featured two formidable wrestlers: Aram Vardanyan from Uzbekistan and Malkhas Amoyan representing Armenia.

The match kicked off at 18:57 local time, with Vardanyan donning the red singlet and Amoyan in blue. Both athletes were eager to secure the bronze medal, showcasing their skills and determination on the mat.

As the first period unfolded, it became apparent that Amoyan was gaining the upper hand. He scored a total of 6 points while Vardanyan struggled to find his footing, finishing the period without any points, resulting in a period score of 6-0 for Amoyan.

In the second period, despite Vardanyan's efforts, he managed only 5 points, while Amoyan continued his dominance, scoring an additional 6 points. This led to a final score of 6-5 for Amoyan, securing him the bronze medal in this intense contest.

Vardanyan, despite his loss, demonstrated great spirit and skill throughout the match, but Amoyan's tactical prowess and execution proved to be the deciding factors. The match was officiated by a panel of experienced referees, including Mehmet Gurhan Yucel from Turkey, Demetra Koutsopodiotis from Canada, and Mat Chairman Tsong Rong Jang from Chinese Taipei.

This bronze medal match not only highlighted the incredible talent present in the sport of wrestling but also the fierce competition at the Paris 2024 Olympics, making it a memorable event for both athletes and spectators alike.