Helen Schürpf

Helen Schürpf

athlete Switzerland

Helen Schürpf made history in 1989 when she became the first female Swiss wrestling champion, known as the Schwingerkönigin. Growing up in a large family on a remote mountain farm, she faced significant challenges in pursuing her passion for sports, particularly in a male-dominated field. Despite initial resistance to women's wrestling events, she persevered and became a symbol of empowerment for women in Swiss wrestling. Schürpf has also managed a family business and continues to be involved in the sport, offering insights and support to the next generation of female wrestlers.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
6,858
Power
555$
Sentiment
9.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Switzerland 1 9.00 0.08% +0% 8,654,622 6,858 $700,000 555$
Totals 1 8,654,622 6,858 $700,000 555$
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Recent Mentions

Switzerland Switzerland: Helen Schürpf was the first female champion in Swiss wrestling in 1989 and has made significant contributions to the sport. 9

Neue Zürcher Zeitung: Sie war 1989 die erste Schwingerkönigin – bei ihr fliegen noch immer die Späne