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Russian mixed style fighter (MMA) Khabib Nurmagomedov explained the difference between American and Dagestan wrestling at a press conference before the fight with Justin Gagey. The event is broadcast by the UFC Russia YouTube channel.
According to the athlete, both in the United States and in Russia, fighters own wrestling equipment, but the main difference lies in endurance. The Russian noted that, having taken the opponent in a grip, he is able to maintain control over him until the end of the fight.