Istanbul once again became the capital of the global armwrestling scene. The East vs West 21 event delivered a series of incredible matches, filled with sheer dominance, technical battles, and unexpected twists. Here is a summary of the evening’s most important moments.
A Great Night for Michael Todd and Kamil Jablonski
In one of the most anticipated matches of the evening on the right arm, the legendary Michael “Monster” Todd left no doubt about his superiority. Despite his high ambitions, Georgi Tsvetkov faced an unstoppable force. Todd secured a confident and decisive 4-0 victory, proving that his unique style and vast experience still place him at the pinnacle of the sport.
For Polish fans, the main event was the clash between Kamil Jablonski and the American veteran, Jerry Cadorette. Jablonski showcased phenomenal form, defeating the powerful Cadorette 4-1 on the right arm. This victory solidifies the Polish athlete’s position among the elite of the super heavyweight division.
Upset of the Night: Tarasaitis Dominates Procopciuc
One of the most shocking results of the event came from the lighter weight classes. Mindaugas Tarasaitis, known for his explosive start and technical finesse, completely dominated Daniel Procopciuc. The 3-0 score for the Lithuanian sends a clear message that “The General” is in the best shape of his life.
The Two Faces of Schoolboy
Aleksandr “Schoolboy” Beziazykov had a busy night, facing Riekerd Bornman twice—once on the left arm and once on the right. The results were perfectly symmetrical. On the left arm, Schoolboy was flawless, winning smoothly 3-0. However, when it came to the right arm, the roles were reversed. It was Riekerd Bornman who took control and returned the favor with an identical 3-0 victory, giving the social media star no chance.
Left Arm Action: Sporrong and Tsonev Reign Supreme
In the left-arm categories, Sweden’s Tobias Sporrong delivered an impressive performance, not losing a single round against Georgi Dzeranov for a 3-0 win. In a highly technical and powerful battle, Yordan Tsonev defeated the favored Evgeny Prudnik 3-1, marking one of the most significant wins of his career.
Women’s Armwrestling Shines
The event also featured thrilling women’s supermatches. Ayane Takenaka demonstrated her class by defeating Victoria Karlsson 3-1. In the other women’s match, Jocelyne Brisson emerged victorious over Anna Grönlund, also with a 3-1 score, confirming her dominance in the category.
East vs West 21: Full Results
Right Arm Supermatches:
- Michael Todd def. Georgi Tsvetkov (4-0)
- Kamil Jablonski def. Jerry Cadorette (4-1)
- Riekerd Bornman def. Schoolboy (3-0)
- Mindaugas Tarasaitis def. Daniel Procopciuc (3-0)
- Bogdan Stoica def. Paul Linn (3-0)
- Curtis Cameron def. Duvan Bornman (3-0)
Left Arm Supermatches:
- Yordan Tsonev def. Evgeny Prudnik (3-1)
- Tobias Sporrong def. Georgi Dzeranov (3-0)
- Schoolboy def. Riekerd Bornman (3-0)
- Maayan Shterengas def. Jason Merlo (3-1)
- Ayane Takenaka def. Victoria Karlsson (3-1)
- Jocelyne Brisson def. Anna Grönlund (3-1)