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Augusto Midana

b. 1984

Guinea-Bissauan wrestler

Amateur wrestler
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About Augusto Midana

Born 1984. Augusto Midana is an amateur wrestler.

Augusto Midana (born 20 May 1984) is a Bissau-Guinean freestyle wrestler who competes in the men's middleweight (-74 kg) category. He represented Guinea-Bissau in the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing, China, and was the flagbearer for his nation during the opening ceremonies of those games. He competed again at the 2012 Summer Olympics, finishing in 7th place.

He once again competed for Guinea-Bissau at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. He was defeated by Jordan Burroughs of the United States in the first round. He was the flagbearer for Guinea-Bissau during the Parade of Nations. He qualified at the 2021 African & Oceania Wrestling Olympic Qualification Tournament to represent Guinea-Bissau at the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, Japan.

Midana is a six-time African champion in the men's middleweight (–74 kg) category.

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Important facts

Born
20 May 1984, Bolama Island
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Amateur wrestler
Nationality
Guinea-Bissau

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Augusto Midana?

Guinea-Bissauan wrestler

When was Augusto Midana born?

Augusto Midana was born on 20 May 1984 in Bolama Island.

What is Augusto Midana's occupation?

Augusto Midana is an amateur wrestler.

What nationality is Augusto Midana?

Augusto Midana's recorded nationality: Guinea-Bissau.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Augusto Midana

· Wikidata: Q3361436

· DBpedia: Augusto Midana

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