Russian Wrestler Buvaisar Saitiev Dies of Heart Attack

Buvaisar Saitiev, regarded as one of the greatest freestyle wrestlers, passed away at 49 due to a reported sudden heart attack. The Russian athlete won three Olympic gold medals and was a six-time world champion, leaving a significant legacy in the wrestling world. His death was first reported by Russian news agency TASS, with tributes pouring in from notable figures like UFC Hall of Famer Khabib Nurmagomedov and current fighter Khamzat Chimaev. Saitiev was also a member of the State Duma and held several civil honors in Russia. His passing has been met with widespread mourning in Dagestan, known for its strong wrestling culture. The cause of death was initially undisclosed, but later reports mentioned a heart attack as the cause.