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Buvaisar Saitiev, 3-time Olympic champion wrestler, dies at 49; Khabib Nurmagomedov, Islam Makhachev pay tribute


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Published in Sports and Competition on Sunday, March 2nd 2025 at 15:45 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • Buvaisar Saitiev, who is widely regarded as possibly the greatest freestyle wrestler of all time after capturing three Olympic gold medals and six World Championships, has tragically died at the age o

Buvaisar Saitiev, a legendary figure in wrestling known for his unparalleled skill and sportsmanship, passed away at the age of 49. Saitiev, who won three Olympic gold medals in freestyle wrestling (1996, 2000, 2004), was celebrated for his undefeated Olympic record and his contributions to the sport. His death was announced by the Russian Wrestling Federation, and tributes poured in from around the world, including from notable figures like Khabib Nurmagomedov and Islam Makhachev, who both expressed their condolences and highlighted Saitiev's impact on wrestling and his personal life. Saitiev's legacy includes not only his athletic achievements but also his role in mentoring young wrestlers and his commitment to the development of wrestling in Russia.

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