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Turks Desire 'Reversal' In Olympic Wrestling Move

by Peter Kenyon, NPR
February 15, 2013

The International Olympic Committee's unexpected move to eliminate wrestling as of the 2020 games was a particular shock to Turkey. Turks love the ancient sport, and two-thirds of Turkey's Olympic medals are in wrestling.

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  • Morning Edition, February 15, 2013
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