Article 6YFVJ In Turkey, oil wrestlers battle for gold in the world's oldest sport competition

In Turkey, oil wrestlers battle for gold in the world's oldest sport competition

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editors@theworld.org (Durrie Bouscaren)
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When wrestlers are doused with olive oil, a wrestling match is elevated to a battle of technique, speed and willpower, fans say. The World's Durrie Bouscaren went to the Turkish city of Edirne to witness the 664-year-old oil wrestling festival and follow the athletes' journey to win the Golden Belt.

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