From the University Agenda

Türkiye Championship Title in Wrestling Goes to Istanbul Gelisim University

Istanbul Gelisim University has added another major success to the national achievements of its young athletes. The U23 Freestyle Wrestling Türkiye Championship, held at the Trabzon Ortahisar Beşirli Sports Hall with the participation of 103 clubs and 460 athletes from across Türkiye, featured intense competition in the final matches. Competing in the 86 kg category, Istanbul Gelisim University Faculty of Sports Sciences student Ahmet Yağan delivered an outstanding performance, surpassing his opponents and becoming the Türkiye Champion. Demonstrating consistent performance throughout the tournament, Yağan won the final match and claimed the gold medal.

Supporting Students’ Academic and Athletic Development

Istanbul Gelisim University continues to reap the rewards of its investments in sports infrastructure and the support it provides to student athletes. The modern training facilities and performance-oriented educational approach within the Faculty of Sports Sciences once again proved their success with Ahmet Yağan’s gold medal achievement. With its expert academic staff, IGU supports students’ academic and athletic development simultaneously, and continues to strengthen its vision of nurturing the champions of the future through such remarkable accomplishments.