
Reza Sookhteh Saraei
Reza Sookhteh Saraei was a renowned Iranian heavyweight wrestler, celebrated for his remarkable achievements in both freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestling. Born on January 30, 1950, in Darkhalateh Ramian, Golestan province, he won two silver medals at the World Championships and secured three gold and one silver at the Asian Games, making him one of the most decorated athletes in Iranian sports history. Sookhteh Saraei was a prominent figure in the wrestling community, known for his competitive spirit and camaraderie with fellow wrestler Alireza Soleimani. He served as the flag bearer for Iran at the Asian Games three times, achieving gold medals in each instance. Despite facing challenges due to the Iran-Iraq War, he continued to excel in the sport, contributing significantly to Iranian wrestling's legacy. He passed away on September 22, 2025, after a prolonged illness, marking a somber day for the Iranian wrestling community.
Born on Jan 30, 1950 (75 years old)
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Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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Iran | 1 | 9.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 83,992,949 | 62,402 | $610,000 | 453$ |
Totals | 1 | 83,992,949 | 62,402 | $610,000 | 453$ |
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Reza Sookhteh Saraei was a renowned heavyweight wrestler from Iran who passed away after a long illness.
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