Iran Sport Minister congratulates the men's wheelchair basketball squad on winning their first-ever medal at the 2023 World Championships.
Iran NPC, Tehran- Addressing national men’s squad in a message, Iran Minister of Sport and Youth Affairs Dr. Seyed Hamid Sajadi conveys his congratulation to wheelchair basketball family on their first-ever bronze medal victory at the World Championships, in Dubai today (20 June 2023).
"I am personally inspired of following Team Iran's remarkable performances at the IWBF World Championships.
The triumph over the Netherlands and reaching the world podium for the first time, highlight your strong determination, capabilities and excellent teamwork.
Wheelchair basketball's valuable world medal has been added another successful chapter to the sporting history of the country.
I sincerely appreciate the efforts and dedications of wheelchair basketball players, technical staff, managers and IRISFD's officials and also wish that such excellence of the squad continues for long in the upcoming endeavors including Hangzhou Asian Para Games and Paris 2024 Paralympic Games."