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Irans freestyle wrestler Nasiri eliminated from Rio 2016 Olympics

Irans freestyle wrestler Nasiri eliminated from Rio 2016 Olympics


Iranian freestyle wrestler Meisam Abolfazl Nasiri has had to bid farewell to the the2016SummerOlympicsinRiode Janeiro, Brazil,following an early defeat at the world's most international andprestigious sporting event.

In a disappointmentfor the Islamic Republic of Irans contingent, Nasiri, considered by many at home as a medal hope, was stunned by Bulgarias 26-year-old Borislav Novachkov 10-7 in the qualification round of men's 65-kilogram weight category competitionsat theindoor Carioca Arena 2 stadium in Rios western district of Barra da Tijuca.

Later on, Nasiri could not get to compete in the repechage bracket as Novachkov suffered a 4-7 defeat from Puerto Ricos representative Franklin Gomez in the quarterfinals.

Wrestling bouts at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games began at Hall 3 of theOlympic Training Center inBarra da Tijucaon August 14, and will run through August 21.

By Press TV

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