The message reads, in part:
“I am pleased to note that it is largely due to such vivid and large-scale festivals as, without any doubt, is your traditional tournament that increasingly more people, including young people, come to learn about one of the most spectacular and thrilling combat sports, become fascinated with its aesthetics and philosophy, choose a healthy and active lifestyle, and take up sports. The tournament organisers’ contribution to preserving the memory of the outstanding coach, teacher and mentor Anatoly Rakhlin is certainly of much importance as well.
I am certain that the tournament will be held at a high creative level, be remembered for long by its participants and guests, and continue to draw talented young wrestlers into its orbit.”