Amir Mehdi Kazemi
Press TV, Shahr-e Rey
He is one of Iran’s top national heroes. About a half a century after his death, Gholamreza Takhti is still widely revered by Iranians from all walks of life. On the 48th anniversary of his death, hundreds of his fans and sports lovers gathered around his tomb to remember the world wrestling champion of the 50s and 60s.