Ali Haydar Barşal
1880–1958 (age 78)
Biography
Ali Haydar Barşal was a distinguished Turkish sports executive whose career spanned the late 19th and mid-20th centuries. He played a crucial role in organizing and promoting athletic activities during a transformative period in Turkish sports administration and development.
Barşal's contributions to Turkish sports management left a lasting impact on how athletic institutions were structured and operated. His work helped establish professional standards in sports administration that influenced generations of Turkish sports leaders. He was honored with burial at Sahrayıcedid Cemetery, reflecting his prominence in Turkish society.