Athletes from Astana clinched five medals in the Asian Championship competition
Asian Para Karate Championship: Kazakhstan's Stellar Performance in Tashkent
The 4th Asian Para Karate Championship concluded in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, earlier this month, with Kazakhstan's team triumphing in the kata program. The competition, part of a series of events in Tashkent from May 23 to May 25, 2025, saw 36 athletes from 8 countries participate, according to reports.
Kazakhstan's athletes excelled in the tournament, bagging a total of 5 medals for the national team. Among their victories, Lazzat Zhusupova clinched the gold, while Nurzhaina Zhannetova earned the silver. Dildar Mukhamedzhanov, Azizai Ibrahimova, and Yerlan Nurmagambetov each took home a bronze medal.
Speaking on her victory, Lazzat Zhusupova applauded the dedication and hard work of coaches and teammates, stating, "This medal is for my country!" The competition was intense, with athletes from various countries showcasing their high levels of preparation. However, the Kazakhstani team was well-prepared, having trained diligently for the tournament.
While detailed results of the Asian Para Karate Championship are not extensively covered in the available search results, it is known that the AKF Senior Championships, which included para-karate events, took place around the same time in Tashkent. Notably, Kazakhstan led the overall medal table, securing 10 medals, including 4 golds.
The winners and medalists in the Asian Para Karate Championship were as follows: Gold - Lazzat Zhusupova; Silver - Nurzhaina Zhannetova; Bronze - Dildar Mukhamedzhanov, Azizai Ibrahimova, and Yerlan Nurmagambetov.
Dilnaz Bolat contributed to this report.
After their triumph in the kata program of the Asian Para Karate Championship, Kazakhstan's athletes turned their attention to the sports field, with Lazzat Zhusupova, Nurzhaina Zhannetova, Dildar Mukhamedzhanov, Azizai Ibrahimova, and Yerlan Nurmagambetov all excelling in hockey games held concurrently in Tashkent. Lazzat Zhusupova scored the winning goal for Kazakhstan in the hockey final, reiterating her commitment to sports excellence and further cementing her place as a multi-talented athlete.
