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Final X matchups involving Woods, Blades, and Welker are delayed

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 4:16 PM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Final X matchups involving Woods, Blades, and Welker are delayed

Summary

Three Final X championship series have been delayed as USA Wrestling granted medical exemptions to 2025 World medalists Real Woods, Kennedy Blades, and Kylie Welker. The matchups affected include Bo Bassett vs. Woods at 65 kg, Blades vs. Bella Mir at 68 kg, and Welker vs. Dymond Guilford at 76 kg. Despite the postponement, the matches will still determine spots on Team USA for the upcoming 2026 Senior World Championships. USA Wrestling has yet to announce new dates and locations for the series. Coverage will be provided by FloWrestling once details are confirmed.

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By the Numbers

•Woods, Blades, and Welker received medical exemptions.
•Affected matchups will occur at a later date.
•The series will decide team spots for the 2026 Senior World Championships.
•Final X event remains significant for many top wrestlers.
•FloWrestling will cover the rescheduled matches.

Latest Updates

4:16 PMYahoo Sports — What To Know About The Three Delayed Final X Matchups

What they're saying

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Three Final X championship series have been delayed after USA Wrestling granted medical exemptions to 2025 World medalists Real Woods, Kennedy Blades, and Kylie Welker. While those series will not take place during Final X weekend, all three remain active and will still determine spots on Team USA for the 2026 Senior World Championships.
— Yahoo Sports

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