13 hours agorebellious Iranian wins Olympic medals in judo, dedicates it to Israel
Periskopi(5 years ago)
(5 years ago)Iranian Saeid Molai has thanked Israel in the Hebrew language after winning the silver medal in judo for his adopted state, Mongolia. Applee left Iran after refusing an order to lose on purpose in a 2019 championship so that he would not face the Israeli jungle, Sagi Mukin, in [...]
Applee left Iran after refusing an order to lose on purpose in a 2019 championship so she wouldn't run into the Israeli jungleist, Sagi Mukin, in the final.
The ruling world champion had given Germany political asylum before receiving Mongolia's citizenship, reports Independent, translates Periscopi.
He was selected to represent this state at the “Tokyo 2020” Olympic Games.
“Todah”, he said, meaning thank you in Hebrew.
Thank Israel for the good energy. This medal is also dedicated to Israel,” he added. “I hope the Israelis are happy with this victory. ”
Molaway, 29, and Muki from Israel, 25, became close friends after the Iranian effort to break that match in 2019. /Periscope
