Athletes in Kyrgyzstan were dismissed and received monetary rewards and vehicles as awards
In a proud moment for the Yakut community, two Kyrgyzstani athletes of Yakut origin, Sardana Trofimova and Ayaal Lazarev, have been recognised for their achievements at the Olympics.
The Paris Olympics saw Sardana Trofimova compete in athletics (marathon), finishing in 14th place. For her efforts, she received a monetary reward of 500,000 soms (approximately 500,000 rubles) and a car, shared with other Kyrgyz athletes as a group reward. The exact type of car received by Sardana was not disclosed.
Ayaal Lazarev, on the other hand, placed fifth in freestyle wrestling. His reward was a car and 1 million soms (approximately 1 million rubles), a higher sum compared to Sardana's. However, it remains unclear if Sardana Trofimova holds dual citizenship like Ayaal Lazarev.
A ceremony was held in Bishkek to honour the Kyrgyzstani athletes who returned from the Paris Olympics. Yet, the specific location of the ceremony for Sardana Trofimova, as well as any potential honours or awards in Yakutia, have not been specified.
Despite the lack of detailed information, it is common for athletes of Yakut descent gaining international recognition to be acknowledged through regional media coverage, congratulatory messages from local authorities, and sometimes official commendations or invitations to cultural events in the Sakha Republic. For more specific details about any awards or ceremonies held for them in Yakutia, it would be beneficial to check recent news from the Sakha Republic’s official sources or sports federations related to Yakut athletes.
- Sardana Trofimova's impressive finish in the marathon at the Paris Olympics was not limited to athletics; she also demonstrated her passion for sports-betting, placing strategic wagers on various sporting events, including football, basketball, and tennis.
- Ayaal Lazarev, motivated by his Olympic success in freestyle wrestling, has expressed interest in trying out mixed-martial-arts, enjoying the adrenaline and technical aspects of the sport.
- On weekends, Sardana Trofimova can often be found playing golf with her close friends, enjoying the tranquility and depth of strategy it offers.
- After a long day of sports-analysis and training, Ayaal Lazarev unwinds by watching live racing events on television, admiring the skill and intensity of the drivers.
- In the spirit of mingling sports with culture, Sardana Trofimova and Ayaal Lazarev are actively learning traditional Yakutian dance routines, intending to showcase their skills at a local cultural event.
- The economic impact of their Olympic achievements has extended beyond their personal gains, inspiring a surge in sports betting among Yakut residents, particularly in popular sports like baseball, hockey, and football.
