George Porter: W4P Ambassador to Hungary
W4P Chairman Dan Russell and 4X World Champion George Porter - W4P Ambassador
As the global wrestling community prepares for the 2025 Veteran World Championships in Budapest, Hungary, we are thrilled to announce that four-time World Champion George Porter will be joining the Wrestling for Peace initiative as a Global Ambassador. His leadership and dedication to the sport make him an ideal figure to champion this important cause, and his involvement will significantly elevate the goals of our global peace-building efforts.
The Budapest event marks the third stop in our 2025 Global Campaign, a yearlong effort to bring together wrestlers, diplomats, humanitarian workers, and local communities to foster unity, sportsmanship, and peace through the shared love of wrestling. The Veteran’s World Championship promises to be more than just a competition; it will serve as a powerful platform for cultural exchange, community engagement, and diplomatic dialogue.
George Porter, renowned for his relentless pursuit of excellence on the mat, has always been more than just a champion; he is a true advocate for positive change. Over his illustrious career, Porter’s work has transcended the boundaries of competition, with a focus on empowering individuals, creating opportunities for youth, and advocating for the betterment of communities. Now, as a Wrestling for Peace Ambassador, he brings a wealth of experience and a passion for global unity to Budapest.
Porter’s role will go beyond simply representing Wrestling for Peace. He will join forces with USA Wrestling, led by Chris Brown, the Hungarian Wrestling Federation, Hooman Tavakolian with Hoomanities, and other key local figures. Together, they will focus on addressing the ongoing needs of the veteran wrestling community and the broader Hungarian population. By leveraging the universal language of sport, they will engage in meaningful dialogue to promote peace and cooperation across borders.
Porter’s influence will help ensure that the impact of the 2025 Veteran’s World Championship reaches beyond the competition mats. Through his work, the event will continue to uplift the values of sportsmanship, unity, and goodwill that lie at the heart of the Wrestling for Peace initiative. We invite the entire global wrestling community to join us in this important initiative. Together, we can turn every match into a step toward a more peaceful, connected world.