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On 9 November, the International Paralympic Committee published a profile of Morteza Mehrzadselakjani, a member of Iran’s men’s sitting volleyball team. He recalls spending years largely at home before a television appearance led to an invitation to try the sport. Joining a team gave him a place to train, compete and build connections with others.
Mehrzad made his Paralympic debut at Rio 2016, helping Iran defeat Bosnia and Herzegovina in the final. He was named most valuable player in Tokyo and best attacker in Paris. Iran won gold at both Games.
The profile also looks at the team’s results in 2026. In July, Iran beat Bosnia and Herzegovina 3–1 in the final in Hangzhou to win its ninth world title. The team later took gold at the Asian Para Games in Aichi and Nagoya.
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