In a congratulatory message on Friday, Commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Major General Ahmad Vahidi said the wrestlers’ achievement demonstrated the ability, faith and determination of Iranian youth, who continue to bring honor to their country in international competitions.

Iran’s Greco-Roman wrestling team claimed the U23 world title with three gold medals, two bronze medals and 119 points.

General Vahidi said the team’s success reflected the efforts of the athletes, coaches and technical staff, as well as scientific management and purposeful planning. He noted that the wrestlers have turned the hard work of training and the challenges of competition into a source of national pride.

The IRGC commander congratulated the Iranian nation, the wrestlers, their coaches and technical staff, the wrestling community and federation officials on the achievement, expressing hope for continued victories by Iranian athletes and the continued flying of the country’s flag at international sporting events.