Wrestling for change: Fighting a way of life in Dagestan
How wrestling is changing lives in a turbulent part of Russia.
Wrestling is a way of life in Dagestan, a region in southern Russia which produces many of the sport’s world champions.
It is not only the number one sport there, but also a way to keep young men away from gang violence and illegal drugs.
Al Jazeera’s Step Vaessen reports from Dagestan, Russia.
Published On 16 Jul 2019