Rasoul Khadem

Rasoul Khadem, born on March 18, 1972, is a distinguished figure in the world of wrestling and politics. A former Iranian wrestler, he achieved remarkable success on the international stage, securing a bronze medal at the 1992 Summer Olympics and a gold medal at the 1996 Summer Olympics. His prowess in the sport was further highlighted by his victories as the world champion in 1994 and 1995, as well as being crowned the Asian champion multiple times from 1991 to 1996.

Khadem's journey in wrestling was significantly influenced by his father, Mohammad Khadem, who was instrumental in his training. He comes from a family of accomplished wrestlers, being the younger brother of Olympic bronze medalists Amir Reza Khadem and Ebrahim Khadem. This familial legacy has contributed to his deep-rooted passion for the sport.

Beyond his athletic achievements, Khadem has made significant contributions to the sport's governance in Iran. He served as the president of the Islamic Republic of Iran Wrestling Federation from January 4, 2014, to November 3, 2018. Additionally, he held the position of technical director for Iran's national wrestling teams and was the head coach of the freestyle national team from January 2012 to 2018.

In recognition of his leadership and expertise, Khadem was elected as an executive board member of the National Olympic Committee of Iran on January 20, 2014, serving until January 2018. His dedication to the sport and his country continues to inspire many aspiring athletes.