Anush Grigoryan advances to the quarterfinals of the Strandja Cup 2026, three Armenian boxers finish their campaigns

On February 25, the third competition day of the international boxing tournament Strandja Cup 2026, four representatives of Armenia — two women and two men — stepped into the ring.

Anush Grigoryan (51 kg) delivered the most successful performance. The Armenian boxer confidently defeated Italy’s Michelle Vescovini by unanimous decision to secure a place in the quarterfinals of the prestigious tournament. Grigoryan will next face Serbia’s Nina Radovanovic.

In the 60 kg weight category, Artur Bazeyan lost to American boxer Selim Ellis-Bey by unanimous decision. The 18-year-old Ellis-Bey is the reigning U.S. national champion among seniors and was previously named the country’s best young boxer. At the Strandja Cup 2026, Bazeyan claimed one victory before finishing his campaign in the round of 16.

In the super heavyweight division (+90 kg), David Chaloyan lost his opening bout of the tournament to Germany’s Nikita Putilov by split decision (1:3).

Elida Kocharyan (65 kg) was also eliminated after losing 1:4 to 2025 World Championship medalist Grainne Walsh of Ireland.

Thus, the following Armenian national team members remain in contention at the Strandja Cup 2026:

50 kg — Rudolf Garboyan
65 kg — Artur Sahakyan
70 kg — Harutyun Hakobkokhyan
75 kg — Marat Mikaelyan
51 kg — Anush Grigoryan