Alireza Soleimani
Iranian wrestler, World Champion
Born
1956
69 years ago
Died
May 21st, 2014
10 years ago — 58 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Iran
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Competed for Iran in freestyle wrestling, winning multiple championships. Earned a gold medal at the 2009 World Wrestling Championships. Also participated in the 2010 Asian Games, securing a gold medal. Had a successful career representing Iran in international competitions until untimely passing in 2014.
Won gold at the 2009 World Wrestling Championships
Secured gold at the 2010 Asian Games
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