Report.az
Azerbaijani female wrestler Elis Manolova has ended her career.
The experienced wrestler made a statement about this:
"Looking back, there have been so many competitions and medals that it is impossible not to be emotional. Of course, I would like to wrestle in another Olympic cycle. But years of injuries prevent me from wrestling. I want to pass on the experience I have gained so far to young people as a coach. I am very happy to have wrestled for Azerbaijan. I consider Azerbaijan my second home. I have very good memories in this country. I will miss everyone. I will come to Baku again. I am grateful to the Azerbaijan Wrestling Federation. I'm glad you accepted me into your ranks. I was also a part of you. Raising the Azerbaijani flag has always been a great pride. From now on, I will support all Azerbaijani wrestlers."
It should be noted that Elis, who ended her career at the age of 29, became the winner of the Islamic Solidarity Games in 2017. Two years later, Manolova, who became the European champion and world third, won 5 (1 gold, 3 silver, 1 bronze) medals in continental championships among adults.
The Azerbaijan Wrestling Federation thanks Elis Manolova for her contribution to women's wrestling and her achievements and wishes her success in her coaching career.
