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Lenur TemirovUkrainian wrestler of the classical style
Date of Birth: 01.01.1990
Country:  Ukraine |
Content:
- Early Life and Wrestling Career in Ukraine
- Success at Junior and Senior Levels
- Post-Annexation Career
- Success with Ukraine and Achievements
- Education and Achievements
- - Master of Sports of Ukraine, International Class
Early Life and Wrestling Career in Ukraine
Born in Uzbekistan to Crimean Tatar parents, Lenur Temirov began wrestling at the age of 6 under the guidance of the Saliev brothers in his hometown of Solnechnaya Dolina. He quickly rose through the ranks, winning competitions in his age group and achieving the candidate for Master of Sports status at the age of 14.
In 2006, Temirov debuted internationally at the European Cadet Championships in Turkey, finishing fifth. The following year, he secured a bronze medal at the same tournament in Warsaw. He also triumphed in several domestic youth competitions.
Success at Junior and Senior Levels
Temirov's breakthrough came in 2010 when he won silver at the European Junior Championships in Bulgaria and gold at the Ukrainian Championships. He also competed at the senior World Championships in Moscow, finishing a respectable seventh.
In 2012, Temirov represented Ukraine at the London Olympics in the 60kg weight category. However, he was eliminated in the qualifying round by Kazakhstan's Almat Kebispayev.
Post-Annexation Career
After the annexation of Crimea by Russia in 2014, Temirov faced a difficult decision regarding his international representation. He initially competed for Ukraine at the Ukrainian Championships but later debuted for Russia. However, he ultimately decided to return to competing for Ukraine.
Success with Ukraine and Achievements
As a member of the Ukrainian team, Temirov achieved notable success at the international level. He won a bronze medal at the 2018 World Championships in Budapest and claimed another bronze at the 2019 European Championships in Bucharest.
Education and Achievements
Temirov holds a Master of Sports degree from the Tavrida National University. His accomplishments include:
- Master of Sports of Ukraine, International Class
- 3-time Ukrainian Champion (2010, 2011, 2013)- 2-time Ukrainian Championship Bronze Medalist (2012, 2014)
- Silver Medalist, European Junior Championships (2010)
- Bronze Medalist, World Junior Championships (2010)
- Bronze Medalist, European Cadet Championships (2007)
- Bronze Medalist, World Championships (2018)
