Gholamreza Takhti - Wikipedia
WEBGholamreza Takhti (Persian: غلامرضا تختی, August 27, 1930 – January 7, 1968) was an Iranian freestyle wrestler and varzesh-e bastani (Persian traditional sport) practitioner. [1]
BBC podcasts to tell the story of the Legend of Takhti – in English …
WEBJul 24, 2024 · A collaboration between BBC World Service English and BBC News Persian, these podcasts tell the story of Iran’s iconic wrestler Gholamreza Takhti whose sudden death in 1968 shook the nation.
Amazing Sport Stories - The Legend of Takhti: Ep 1 - BBC Sounds
WEBAug 19, 2024 · The Legend of Takhti: Ep 1. Released On: 19 Aug 2024. Available for over a year. Gholamreza Takhti, Iran's most loved wrestler, tackles the world of fame and politics. Read more.
Amazing Sport Stories, The Legend of Takhti: Ep 1 - BBC
WEBAug 19, 2024 · Amazing Sport Stories: The Legend of Takhti. Sport but not as you know it. Gholamreza Takhti, Iran's most loved wrestler, tackles the world of fame and politics.
Amazing Sport Stories, Trailer: The Legend of Takhti - BBC
WEBAug 12, 2024 · Trailer: The Legend of Takhti. Exploring Iranian wrestling legend Gholamreza Takhti’s journey of life, death and legacy. Rana Rahimpour delves into the man behind the myth. Show more.
Ceremony marks anniversary of legendary Iranian wrestler's …
WEBJan 8, 2016 · A ceremony has been held in Tehran to mark the 48th anniversary of legendary Iranian wrestler Gholamreza Takhti’s death.
Profile | Gholamreza Takhti: World Champion Wrestler, Iranian Patriot - PBS
WEBJan 10, 2012 · When the news of Takhti's death spread, the Iranian nation went into mourning. At least seven people killed themselves due to their sadness.
BBC World Service podcast tells story of Iran’s wrestler Gholamreza Takhti
WEBJul 24, 2024 · BBC World Service English and BBC News Persian are collaborating on the podcasts to tell the story of Iran’s iconic wrestler Gholamreza Takhti whose sudden death in 1968 shook the nation. This is a personal journey for presenter Rana Rahimpour, who tells the story of the athlete who was the first Iranian wrestler to win a medal at an ...
Legendary wrestler Takhti remembered on his 49th death …
WEBJan 6, 2017 · The 49th death anniversary of legendary Iranian wrestler Gholamreza Takhti was observed with reverence and respect on Friday. President of Iran Wrestling Federation Rasoul Khadem and the top sports officials attended the commemoration.
Remembering Iran's Gholamreza Takhti, the Much-Loved …
WEBOn January 7, 1968, his lifeless body was found in a hotel room. Authorities claimed his death was a suicide, however his political activities led many to believe that he was ultimately targeted and assassinated by SAVAK, the Shah’s secret police.