Sport24.az
Elis Manolova, a member of the national women's wrestling team, has ended her sports career. Sport24.az reports that the experienced wrestler made a statement to the press service of the Azerbaijan Wrestling Federation regarding 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. However, years of injuries do not allow me to wrestle. 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 many beautiful memories in this country. I will miss everyone. I will come to Baku again. I am grateful to the Azerbaijan Wrestling Federation. I am glad that 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, won the Islamic Solidarity Games in 2017. Two years later, Manolova, who won the title of European champion and world third place, won 5 (1 gold, 3 silver, 1 bronze) medals in continental championships among adults.
