Greco-Roman wrestling concludes at Senior Open Ranking; women's knockout stage in progress
Synopsis
The WFI wrapped Greco-Roman competition across 10 weight classes at its Senior Open Ranking Tournament in Gonda, crowning champions from 55kg to 130kg. Women's wrestling has entered the knockout phase, with quarterfinal and semifinal matchups now underway in multiple weight divisions—a crucial domestic platform for ranking qualification.
Key Takeaways
WFI concluded Men's Greco-Roman events at the Senior Open Ranking Tournament 2026 on 12 May in Gonda, Uttar Pradesh .
Greco-Roman medals awarded across 10 weight classes , from 55kg to 130kg .
Women's wrestling has progressed to knockout stages, with quarterfinal and semifinal bouts underway in 57kg , 65kg , and 76kg categories.
Kajal Choudhary (57kg), Dishun , Janvi , Sneha , and Deeksha Sheor (65kg) advanced to quarterfinals.
Ishita Choudhary and Meghna confirmed for 76kg semifinal.
The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) on 12 May 2026 concluded the Men's Greco-Roman events at the Senior Open Ranking Tournament 2026, held at Nandininagar Mahavidyalaya in Gonda, Uttar Pradesh. The tournament has now transitioned to the women's wrestling category, with athletes advancing through knockout stages to secure their national rankings.
Greco-Roman medallists confirmed
The Greco-Roman division featured competitors across 10 weight classes — from 55kg to 130kg — to finalise domestic standings. Sanjeev claimed gold in the 55kg category, while Sandeep topped the 60kg division. Vijay, Nishant, Suraj, Vikash, Manjeet, Tejpal, Ashish, and Mehar secured titles in the 63kg, 67kg, 72kg, 77kg, 82kg, 87kg, 97kg, and 130kg categories respectively.
WFI President's assessment
Sanjay Singh, President, WFI, said the competition reflected the dedication of domestic athletes.
Point of View
The WFI is methodically cycling through categories to establish national rankings — a necessary but often overlooked mechanism for talent identification. The tournament's scale (10 Greco-Roman weight classes, multiple women's divisions) reflects growing investment in wrestling beyond the freestyle-dominant narrative, though questions remain about whether domestic ranking tournaments translate into sustained medal performance at international tournaments.
NationPress
6 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Greco-Roman events conclude at the Senior Open Ranking Tournament 2026?
The Men's Greco-Roman events concluded on 12 May 2026 at Nandininagar Mahavidyalaya in Gonda, Uttar Pradesh .
How many weight classes were contested in Greco-Roman wrestling?
The Greco-Roman division featured 10 designated weight classes , ranging from 55kg to 130kg , with medallists crowned in each to establish domestic rankings.
Which women's wrestling categories are currently in the knockout stage?
Women's wrestling is progressing through knockout rounds in multiple categories, including 57kg , 65kg , and 76kg , with quarterfinal and semifinal matchups underway.
Who are the confirmed semifinalists in the women's 76kg category?
Ishita Choudhary and Meghna have advanced to the 76kg semifinal round.
What is the significance of this Senior Open Ranking Tournament?
The tournament serves as a crucial domestic platform for the WFI to evaluate talent and establish national rankings across wrestling disciplines, helping identify athletes for international representation.
