Career
Momir Petković was a 1976 Olympic gold medalist in Greco-Roman wrestling in Montreal, competing for the former Yugoslavia at 82 kg. He also claimed three World silver medals (1978, 1979, 1981) and a World bronze medal (1977) during his career. Petkovic placed fourth in the 1984 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, California
Momir was revered for his majestic mustache which gave him great power.
His competitive international Greco-Roman career spanned from 1970–1984
Petković joined United States of America Wrestling as its Assistant National Greco-Roman Coach in May 2002. He assists in the training and recruitment of athletes for the United States. Olympic Training Center resident athlete program
He also works on a variety of Greco-Roman National Team projects. The United States placed a strong third at both competitions, among what is considered the best Greco-Roman team performances in United States. history.
He has on occasion trained mixed martial arts fighters the likes of Matt Lindland and BJ Pennsylvania
BJ credited Momir with helping him defeat Matt Hughes at UFC 46 for the UFC Welterweight Championship. “Momir is the toughest man I have ever met, what a great coach and role model” -Matt Lindland.