Two Azerbaijani referees to officiate at the world championships

June 9, 2026

The United World Wrestling (UWW) has announced the list of referees selected to officiate at the Senior World Championships.

A total of 71 referees from 46 countries will oversee the competition at the tournament, which will be held in Astana, Kazakhstan, from 24 October to 1 November.

Azerbaijan will also be represented among the officials. Our Category I-S referees, Asif Shiraliyev and Sadi Guliyev, have been appointed to officiate at this prestigious event.