Aurora Russo (born 12 March 2005) is an Italian freestyle wrestler competing in the 59 kg weight class. She is a silver medalist at the 2024 U20 World Wrestling Championships and has represented Italy in multiple European and world-level competitions.[1]
Russo began competing internationally as a teenager. In 2017, she participated in the Cadet European Wrestling Championships and helped Italy secure several medals across categories.[2]
Her major breakthrough came in August 2024, when she reached the final of the 57 kg category at the U20 World Wrestling Championships held in Amman, Jordan. After advancing through the bracket with decisive victories, she earned the silver medal after a close loss to India’s Antim Panghal.[3][4]
She also represented Italy at the 2024 European Senior Championships, where she reached the quarterfinal stage. Her strong performance contributed to Italy's growing success in women’s freestyle wrestling.[5]
Later that year, Russo took part in the 2024 Olympic qualification events, where the Italian women’s team secured multiple licenses for Paris 2024.[6]
