Mahmoud Mollaghasemi

Iranian wrestler and Olympic Champion

Mahmoud Mollaghasemi - Iranian wrestler and Olympic Champion
Born

April 5th, 1929
96 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Iran

Links & References

Born in 1929, this individual excelled in Greco-Roman wrestling, representing Iran at various international competitions. Achieved significant success during the 1950s and 1960s, culminating in a gold medal at the 1960 Rome Olympics. Participated in multiple World Wrestling Championships, securing several medals and establishing a reputation in the wrestling community.

Gold medal at the 1960 Rome Olympics

Multiple World Wrestling Championship medals

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