Salman Khasimikov
Salman Khasimikov was a legendary Kazakh wrestler, born in 1953, who became a four-time world champion (1979, 1981, 1982, 1983) and a two-time European champion (1979, 1981) in freestyle wrestling. Despite his achievements, he never competed in the Olympics due to injuries and the Soviet boycott. Khasimikov was known for his intense rivalry with fellow wrestler Soslan Andiev and is remembered for his strong character and talent, making a lasting impact on the sport and inspiring many wrestlers in the CIS region. He passed away on May 28, 2025, at the age of 73.
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Salman Khasimikov is a legendary figure in Kazakh wrestling.
Молодые звезды борьбы Казахстана: новые имена
Kazakhstan· 2025-07-17
Salman Khasimikov, a four-time world champion in wrestling, passed away at the age of 73.
Едва дотерпел: соперник казахстанца сбежал из октагона после нокаута: 29 мая 2025, 00:28Kazakhstan· 2025-05-28
Salman Khasimikov was a legendary four-time world champion in freestyle wrestling who passed away at the age of 73.
“Был примером“ - тренер Рахмонова о смерти легенды борьбы из Казахстана: 28 мая 2025, 19:07Kazakhstan· 2025-05-28
