Rocco Terranovain addition to fighting and earning honor, won the Italian Cup of free wrestling over 17 at PalaPellicone Of Ostia. The fighter from Ischia asserts himself in the 57 kg category. Prestigious statement that repays the many sacrifices made by the capable champion, who positions himself on the top step of the podium.
Like in 2023 Terranova he imposes himself with full merit and in clear superiority, competing on a linear path. Four matches and as many victories. The Neapolitan vice-champion falls in that order Carmine Caiazza, Then Adam Rbhiain the semi-final the Sardinian lost Simone Solinascapitulate Niccolo’ Maria Vincenti in the final.
“I’m really satisfied, because the progress is evident,” he admits proudly Rocco Terranova. «I only recently started wrestling and I intend to continue on this path», he assures with conviction.
«A dutiful thank you to Salvatore Diana (Fire Brigade), several times absolute Italian champion, who follows me in training. A heartfelt thank you to the national team coach Pietro Piscitelli. Sincere thanks to the nutritionist Domenico Guerra», he declares Terranova with the gold medal around his neck, hugging dad vigorously Rosario.
«The wrestling movement, an ancient and Olympic sport, is growing. Those who come from judo have an advantage. We set ourselves the ambitious goal of introducing many other kids to this beautiful discipline”, he concludes confidently Rocco Terranovacreator of Italian Cup encore. Other athletes also took part in the competition Wrestling Ischia: Flavio Carta (70 kg), Claudio Cantone (60 kg) and Claudio Carta (60 kg), who took fifth place.
