Why it matters:
The victories mark a historic milestone for Iranian wrestling, as it is the first time both the national freestyle and Greco-Roman teams won world titles in the same year, highlighting Iran’s continued success in international wrestling competitions.
What he is saying:
In his official message, Ayatollah Khamenei stated:"I congratulate the young champions of Greco-Roman wrestling. Your steadfast determination and hard work, along with your brothers in freestyle wrestling, have brought joy to the nation and prestige for the country. I pray to God for your continued success and victory, and I applaud the athletes, coaches, and managers."
Key points:
- The Iranian Greco-Roman wrestling team claimed the world championship in Zagreb 2025, the first time in 11 years the team achieved this title.
- Both Iran’s freestyle and Greco-Roman national teams won world championships in the same year for the first time in history.
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Iran's National Freestyle Wrestling Team Becomes World Champion After 12 Years
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