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Iran's Saeid Esmaeili Wins Gold In Men's Greco-Roman Wrestling

Iran's Alireza Mohmadipiani and Ukraine's Zhan Beleniuk, right, react after their men's Greco-Roman 87kg semifinal wrestling match, at Champ-de-Mars Arena, during the 2024 Summer Olympics, Wednesday,

In a thrilling showdown at the men's Greco-Roman wrestling 67kg class, Saeid Esmaeili of Iran emerged victorious over Parviz Nasibov of Ukraine with a close score of 6-5, securing the gold medal. This marks a significant achievement for Esmaeili, showcasing his skill and determination in the sport.

For Nasibov, this competition resulted in his second consecutive silver medal in the event, highlighting his consistency and competitive spirit on the wrestling mat. Despite falling short of the gold, Nasibov's performance demonstrates his prowess as a formidable wrestler in the 67kg weight class.

Joining Esmaeili and Nasibov on the podium were Hasrat Jafarov of Azerbaijan and Cuba's world champion Luis Alberto Orta, who both claimed bronze medals in the competition. Jafarov and Orta showcased their talent and tenacity throughout the tournament, earning their spots among the top competitors in the 67kg weight category.

The intense competition and impressive displays of skill from all the wrestlers made the men's Greco-Roman wrestling 67kg class a memorable event for fans and athletes alike. Congratulations to Saeid Esmaeili for his gold medal victory, as well as to Parviz Nasibov, Hasrat Jafarov, and Luis Alberto Orta for their outstanding performances and well-deserved medals.

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