U17 World Wrestling Championships | |
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Status | Active |
Genre | U17 Wrestling Championships |
Date(s) | August to September |
Frequency | Annual |
Location(s) | Various |
Years active | 1975–present |
Inaugurated | 1975 |
Most recent | 2024 Amman |
Previous event | 2023 Istanbul |
Next event | 2025 TBA |
Organised by | United World Wrestling |
2024 U17 World Wrestling Championships |
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