Mijain Lopez Retires as a Wrestling Legend After Historic Olympic Win

Mijain Lopez, the incredible Cuban wrestler, has officially retired after an amazing victory at the Paris Olympics. At 41 years old, he topped Yasmani Acosta Fernandez from Chile in the 130-kilogram final with a stunning score of 6-0.

This victory marks Lopez’s fifth consecutive gold medal in Greco-Roman wrestling, making him the first athlete ever to achieve this in any Olympic event. Throughout his remarkable career, he has now secured five gold medals.

After celebrating his win, Lopez placed his wrestling shoes in the center of the mat, signifying his retirement from the sport. He shared his happiness, saying, “What’s great is the joy… I am so happy to reach the Olympic elite.”

Having first appeared in the Olympics in 2004 and finishing fifth at that time, Lopez feels it’s the right moment to pass the torch. He expressed his desire to inspire younger generations, saying he has much to give back.

Yasmani Acosta Fernandez, who now makes history as the first Chilean to win a wrestling medal, expressed mixed emotions after facing Lopez. While he aimed for gold himself, he recognized the honor it was to compete against a true legend.

As the music «Sweet Dreams (Are Made of This)» by Eurythmics played, Lopez celebrated with fans who cheered for him. He took a moment to absorb the accomplishment and happiness in the arena after years of dedication and hard work.

Lopez made a name for himself in the last Olympics by winning four gold medals without giving up a single point. This time, he allowed only two points against him in four matches before his grand finale.