Houshang Montazeralzohour

Houshang Montazeralzohour

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Houshang Montazeralzohour was an Iranian wrestler who gained prominence in the 1970s, representing Iran at the 1976 Montreal Olympics. After the Iranian Revolution, he became a coach and was arrested in 1981 for alleged involvement in anti-government activities. He was executed by firing squad at the age of 30, becoming one of many athletes punished for dissent in post-revolution Iran.

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He was a wrestler executed in 1981 after being arrested for alleged rebellion against the government.

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ידיעות אחרונות (Yedioth Ahronoth / ynet)·IsraelIsrael· 2025-11-15
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