Idman.biz
"Any Azerbaijani citizen over the age of 18 can become a wrestling referee."
Idman.Biz reports that these words were said by Asif Shiraliyev, chairman of the referees committee of the Wrestling Federation, at an event held in Shamakhi on the occasion of International Wrestling Day.
He stated that candidates must have knowledge of wrestling, have English language skills for international competitions, and pass psychological tests. Then they are involved in special wrestling courses.
Asif Shiraliyev added that in world practice there have even been cases of bus drivers becoming referees.
Humay Iskandarova
