Ahmad Nateq-Nouri, a well-known figure in Iranian boxing and politics, passed away this morning after years of battling illness, at the age of 89. During his career, he played a significant role in the development and elevation of boxing in the country and served the people as a member of the Islamic Consultative Assembly.
Brilliant Era of the Boxing Federation
From 1989 to 2017, Ahmad Nateq-Nouri served as the president of the Boxing Federation. During this time, he worked tirelessly to create conditions for the growth and advancement of boxing in the country. Many champions and stars of Iranian boxing flourished during this period and achieved great international successes. With precise planning and support for athletes, he is considered the founder of a transformation in this sport.
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Service to the People and Parliamentary Representation
Ahmad Nateq-Nouri also had significant activities in the political arena. As a representative of the people of Noor and Mahmoudabad in the Islamic Consultative Assembly, he served in seven terms in the House of the Nation. Nateq-Nouri always paid attention to the problems and needs of the people and worked to ensure their voices were heard in major decision-making processes. This duality in his sports and political activities presents an image of a committed and compassionate individual.
The funeral ceremony for the late Nateq-Nouri will be held on Sunday in Noor County and then on Monday at the Shiroodi Stadium (Amjadieh) in Tehran. This ceremony is an opportunity to appreciate his efforts in two different fields that shaped his life. The memory of Ahmad Nateq-Nouri will remain not only in the hearts of his family but also in the hearts of all those who knew him and benefited from his services.
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