Festive atmosphere among wrestlers before opening ceremony at Abdoulaye-Wade Stadium

Author: senenews.comPublished on: November 1, 2026Country: Senegal

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Festive atmosphere among wrestlers before opening ceremony at Abdoulaye-Wade Stadium

Before appearing at the opening ceremony at Abdoulaye-Wade Stadium in Diamniadio, champions of Senegalese wrestling shared convivial, cheerful moments. A video posted by Taggat captured the warm backstage atmosphere shortly before they stepped into the spotlight.

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