Congratulations to U.S. Army Specialist Adaugo Nwachukwu, who captured her FIRST Senior World Championship at 62 kg with a thrilling 12–11 victory over Japan’s Nonoka Ozaki!
What a journey. Born in Nigeria, Nwachukwu moved to the United States, began wrestling in high school, became a three-time collegiate national champion, and joined the U.S. Army.
Now, at just 23 years old, she’s standing atop the wrestling world while proudly representing both Team USA and the U.S. Army World Class Athlete Program.
Serving her country. Representing her country. World Champion. 🇺🇸🥇
Congratulations, Adaugo! 👏🏼
For the last 35 years nobody has consistently been on top of the division. Sahin, Tedeev stand out but nobody could win consistently. Then there was John