Yasemin Adar Yiğit
Awards & Honours
9
Awards Won
4
Honours
3
Records
Yasemin Adar Yiğit's record is extraordinary. She is the first Turkish woman to win a world wrestling title, the first to win an Olympic medal in women's wrestling, and the first to become European champion in women's freestyle. With seven European golds, she stands among the most successful wrestlers in the continent's history. Her consistency over 16 years, always finishing on the podium at major events, sets her apart as a true champion.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
First Female World Champion from Turkey
Became Turkey's first female world wrestling champion.
First Turkish Olympic Medalist in Women's Wrestling
Won bronze at Tokyo 2020, a historic first for Turkey.
First Turkish European Champion in Women's Freestyle Wrestling
Won Turkey's first European title in women's freestyle wrestling.
Deputy General Manager of Sports Services
Appointed to a senior government role recognizing her sporting legacy.
Records & Feats
First Turkish woman to win a World Wrestling Championship
Won gold at the 2017 World Championships in the 76 kg category.
First Turkish woman to win an Olympic medal in wrestling
Earned bronze at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
Most European Championship titles by a Turkish wrestler
Won seven European titles in the 76 kg division.