The Vehbi Emre & Hamit Kaplan Tournament 2026 entered a new phase on January 10 as Freestyle Wrestling officially began, adding another layer of intensity to the multi-day international competition.
January 1–10, 2026 — Liga Mexicana del Pacífico (LMP) Quarterfinals
Saturday, January 10, 2026 — NFL Playoffs Wild Card Round
The national wrestling calendar moved into full swing on Friday, January 9, 2026, as opening duals began at the iconic UNI-Dome, marking the first full day of team-based competition at one of the season’s most inclusive multi-division wrestling events.
The Vehbi Emre & Hamit Kaplan Tournament 2026 continued on January 9 with an intense second competition day, as wrestlers across Greco-Roman and Women’s Wrestling divisions returned to the mat for another full schedule of qualification rounds, repechage bouts, and medal finals.
The Vehbi Emre & Hamit Kaplan Tournament 2026 officially got underway on January 8, delivering a full opening day of high-level competition that brought together established contenders and emerging talents across Greco-Roman and Women’s Wrestling disciplines.
Date: January 2, 2026 | Start Time: Around 8:00 p.m. ET (5:00 p.m. PT)
