📌 Tehran, IRNA – Iranian officials, in separate messages, have congratulated the country’s Greco-Roman wrestling team on winning the U23 World Championships in the United States, praising the athletes’ determination and international achievement.
Iran claimed the title with three gold medals, two bronze medals and 119 points at the championships held in Las Vegas from October 12 to 18, finishing ahead of Kazakhstan and Russia.
First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref described the victory on US soil as a powerful expression of Iranian youth’s determination and belief in their abilities, saying the achievement embodied the spirit of “We can” and demonstrated that young Iranians could reach the highest levels through faith, talent and perseverance.
Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said the wrestlers had brought honor to their country by winning the title in the United States. He praised their ability to defend Iran’s name and national flag on the international stage, attributing the team’s success to scientific management, purposeful planning, dedicated coaches and the athletes’ hard work.
Judiciary Chief Gholamhossein Mohseni-Ejei said that this great victory sent a clear and powerful message to the aggressive and arrogant US leadership, as the wrestlers proved that the Iranian will cannot be defeated on any soil or behind any barrier, and that the proud flag of the Islamic Republic of Iran can fly high with strength even in the heart of lands whose rulers claim global dominance.
Sports and Youth Minister Ahmad Donyamali also welcomed the championship, describing it as another demonstration of Iran’s standing in international wrestling. He highlighted the significance of success in youth competitions and congratulated the wrestlers, coaching staff, team officials and the Wrestling Federation.
Erfan Jarkani won gold in the 63kg category, Abolfazl Mehmedi in the 82kg division and Yasin Yazdi in the 87kg class. Mohammad Kamali secured bronze at 67kg, while Mohammad Hadi Seidi won bronze at 97kg.
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