Prem Nath (wrestler)

Prem Nath (July 9, 1955 – June 1, 2015) was an Indian freestyle wrestler. He won a gold medal at the 1974 Commonwealth Wrestling Championship in Christchurch. He is a President's Medal-winning retired Delhi Police official and was known for his efforts to popularise wrestling in Delhi.[1][2]

Prem Nath
Personal information
NationalityIndian
CitizenshipIndia
DiedNew Delhi
OccupationSports
Years active1960-2010
Weight57 kg (126 lb)
Other interestsWrestling
Sport
CountryIndia
SportWrestling
Weight class57
Event(s)Commonwealth Games 1974 in New Zealand
TeamIndian Wrestling Federation
Coached byGuru Hanuman
RetiredDelhi Police
Achievements and titles
Commonwealth finalsGold medalist in 1974 Commonwealth Games, New Zealand.

Personal life

Prem Nath was trained by coach Guru Hanuman.[2] He is survived by his wife, two sons and a daughter.[1][2]

Career

References


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