The UTMA organization is undergoing structural changes within its sports divisions, with a stated goal of aligning with the highest international standards. These adjustments involve the implementation of fixed weight categories, which have directly impacted the existing champion category of 77 kg. UTMA head Viktor Gecas confirmed that the 77 kg category is being discontinued.
He explained that this decision was part of an internal restructuring that also involved closing the 75 kg and 81 kg categories. Gecas stated that the abolition of this specific weight class resulted in R. Krilavičius losing the champion’s belt, a loss the organization noted with regret.
These changes represent a broader effort by UTMA to standardize its competitive framework. The adjustments to the weight category are intended to elevate the overall quality and adherence to global best practices within the utma organization. While the specific impact on the champion title is significant, the organization maintains that these structural reforms are necessary for future growth and international comparability.
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