[VIDEO] Iran's Yazdani Crowned 'Still the Greatest' by UWW, Solidifying His Legacy in Wrestling

According to SAEDNEWS, United World Wrestling (UWW) recently shared a video on Instagram celebrating the extraordinary journey of Iranian wrestling star Hassan Yazdani, captioning it: "You're Still the Greatest." This sentiment resonates deeply with fans and admirers who have followed Yazdani's remarkable career.

Competing in the freestyle 86kg class at the Paris Olympics, Yazdani faced significant challenges, particularly due to an aching shoulder that ultimately hindered his pursuit of a second Olympic gold medal. Despite his determination and unmatched skill, he secured a silver medal after a tough final match against Russian-born wrestler Ramazanov, who claimed victory with a score of 7-1, marking Bulgaria's second gold medal in as many nights.

Yazdani's illustrious career includes a gold medal in the 74kg category at the Rio 2016 Olympics, along with a silver at the 86kg class in Tokyo three years ago. However, this match was particularly grueling, as Yazdani was clearly in obvious discomfort from the outset. Just moments into the match, he signaled for a timeout, clutching his upper right arm in pain.

Although he managed to keep the match competitive and even took a brief lead, Yazdani was forced to pause the bout five times to receive treatment on his shoulder. In the first period, he gave up an activity point, narrowly failing to execute a successful takedown. However, he showcased his resilience by earning a point in the second period, leveling the score at 1-1 based on criteria.

As Ramazanov intensified his attacks, he executed a takedown by skillfully trapping Yazdani's foot in an awkward position, gaining leverage and tilting him for two exposure points, which widened the gap to 7-1. With just 30 seconds remaining, Yazdani recognized the inevitable outcome of the match. In a display of sportsmanship, he placed his hands on his knees, accepting the defeat, and warmly embraced Ramazanov as a sign of respect.

Hassan Yazdani may have left the mat with a silver medal, but his spirit and tenacity remain unwavering. His legacy continues to inspire many, and as UWW aptly reminded everyone, he will always be regarded as one of the greatest in the sport.