Pune, Oct. 1 -- Wrestler Yuvraj Mohan Khopade from the district clinched the gold medal in the 95-kg category at the first International Kesari Wrestling Championship held in London from September 23 to 27, bringing laurels to Maharashtra and India.
Representing India at the tournament, organised with the recognition of United World Wrestling (UWW), Khopade put up a strong performance throughout the competition. In the final, he defeated a wrestler from the UK by pinfall to claim the gold medal and showcase the strength of traditional Indian wrestling on the international stage.
A native of Nazare village in Pune district, Khopade is the son of veteran wrestler and coach Mohan Nana Khopade. He currently trains at Kunjir Talim in Pune unde...