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Iran's Arash Miresmaeli, carries the flag of his country during opening ceremonies of the Olympic Games Friday, Aug. 13, 2004 in Athens, Greece. Iranian world judo champion Miresmaili has pulled out of the tournament because he refused to fight an Israeli in his opening round match. He would have been favorite to win Gold in his event having twice taken world titles.