Iran’s Leader Thanks Wrestling Team for Efforts Leading to World Title

Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei in a message appreciated the efforts made by the managers, coaches, and athletes of Iran’s wrestling team, which managed to win the top position in the recent Freestyle World Cup in Kermanshah, western Iran.

In his Saturday message, Ayatollah Khamenei thanked the efforts made by the federation officials, the coaches, and champions of Iran’s national team, which led to Iran’s world title in Freestyle World Cup in Kermanshah, and brought honour and pride for the Iranian nation.

The message was delivered by the Leader’s office to the President of Iran’s Wrestling Federation Rasoul Khadem in a phone conversation today, according to a Farsi report by ISNA.

Iranian national freestyle wrestling team won the 2017 Freestyle World Cup for the sixth time in a row on Friday.

The Iranian team defeated the strong USA Wrestling Team 5-3 in the western Iranian city of Kermanshah in front of vibrant spectators.

Iran had earlier defeated Turkey, Mongolia and India in group action.

IFP Editorial Staff

The IFP Editorial Staff is composed of dozens of skilled journalists, news-writers, and analysts whose works are edited and published by experienced editors specialized in Iran News. The editor of each IFP Service is responsible for the report published by the Iran Front Page (IFP) news website, and can be contacted through the ways mentioned in the "IFP Editorial Staff" section.

Recent Posts

Iran FM delivers Leader’s message to Putin, underlines boost in ties

The Iranian foreign minister met with President Vladimir Putin of Russia in Moscow, delivering the…

11 hours ago

Terrorist ringleader killed in security operation in southeastern Iran

Iranian security forces killed the operational commander of the so-called Jaish al-Adl terrorist group during…

11 hours ago

Iran’s president praises Army as “nation’s strong fortress”

Iran’s President Massoud Pezeshkian hailed the country’s Army as an indispensable pillar of national security…

12 hours ago

Saudi Defense Minister: Cooperation with Iran cornerstone of regional security

The Defense Minister of Saudi Arabia, Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, emphasized that engagement with…

12 hours ago

Iran’s women’s basketball team crowned at West Asia Championship

The Iranian women’s national basketball team delivered an outstanding performance, defeating the host country Jordan…

12 hours ago

Hamas says Israel is “weaponising” Gaza aid

Palestinian group Hamas says Israel is openly using starvation as a weapon of war with…

1 day ago