Iranian women make history in 2024 Canoe Polo World Championships
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Iranian women make history in 2024 Canoe Polo World Championships
TEHRAN – Iran’s women’s team qualified for the World Games 2025 to be held in Chengdu, China.
The 12th edition of the World Games are expected to be held in Chengdu, China from Aug. 7 to 17.
Team Melli came fourth in the 2024 Canoe Polo World Championships on Sunday and secured their place in the World Games.
Iran lost to the Netherlands 2-1 in the third-place match. New Zealand won the title after defeating Italy 6-1.
Iran’s men’s team defeated Australia 7-4 and came in 15th place. Defending champions Germany claimed the title with a 2-1 win over France in the final.
A total of 71 teams from 27 countries and all five continents took part in the tournament.
source: tehrantimes.com