Pahlevan of Iran
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Pahlevan of Iran (Persian: پهلوان ایران) is a national championship for pahlevani wrestling (koshti pahlavāni) held annually in Iran. Though the competition has ancient roots, its modern form began in 1944.[1][2]
The champion earns the title of Pahlevan and the right to wear the Bazouband (championship armband). Described as "tangled up with the soul of Iranian peoples", the title is athletically and culturally prestigious in Iran.[3] The Pahlevan armband was formerly awarded by the Shah of Iran and is now presented by the president of Iran.[4] Many Pahlevan have gone on to win medals in international competition.