Mohammad Hadi Saravi

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

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Saravi's achievements place him among the elite of Greco-Roman wrestling. He is one of the few wrestlers to have won both Olympic and World Championship golds in the same weight class. His victory over Artur Aleksanyan in Paris was a career-defining moment, and his consecutive world titles in 2021 and 2025 highlight his longevity and adaptability. His nomination for the World's Best Male Athlete in 2025 further underscores his global standing.

AwardsSaravi has won multiple gold medals at the World Championships and Olympics, establishing himself as one of the greatest Greco-Roman wrestlers of his generation. His accolades include Olympic gold and bronze, two World Championship titles, and an Asian Championship crown.

Honours & Distinctions

Asia's Best Wrestler

Asian Wrestling Council·2026

Named the best wrestler in Asia for 2025.

World's Best Male Athlete Nominee

United World Wrestling·2025

Nominated for the prestigious award.

Records & Feats

First Iranian wrestler to win Olympic gold in 97 kg since 2012

Historic First·2024

Saravi's gold in Paris was Iran's first in this weight class in over a decade.