Kazakh Jiu-Jitsu Practitioner Claims First-Ever Gold Medal at World Games Held in Chengdu
Kazakh Jiu-Jitsu Athletes Shine at the 2025 World Games
Kazakhstan's jiu-jitsu fighters have made a significant mark at the 2025 World Games held in Chengdu, China, from August 7 to 17. The athletes brought home several notable achievements, most notably Kazakhstan's first gold medal in the 69-kilogram weight category.
Zhanibek Abu-Bakir's Gold Medal Triumph
Zhanibek Abu-Bakir secured the coveted gold medal in the 69-kilogram weight category. In a thrilling final bout, he defeated Farid Ben Ali from France with a score of 12:9, earning him the title of world champion. The Sports and Physical Culture Committee's press service reported the news of his win.
Nursultan Duisenkulov's Silver Medal
In the 77-kilogram weight category, Nursultan Duisenkulov fought valiantly but was defeated by Denmark’s Lucas Andersen with a score of 11:15 in the final bout. Despite the loss, Duisenkulov still managed to bring home a silver medal for Kazakhstan.
Medals in Ne-Waza Discipline
The 77-kilogram category also saw success in the ne-waza discipline, with Bolatbek Seyilkhan earning a bronze medal. Aslan Kanatbek also secured a bronze in the 62-kilogram category.
Bolatbek Seyilkhan's Career-First Bronze
For Bolatbek Seyilkhan, this bronze medal marked his first career international achievement in the 77-kilogram category.
Aslan Kanatbek's Bronze Medal Win
Aslan Kanatbek's victory in the 62-kilogram weight category also brought home a bronze medal for Kazakhstan.
These achievements underscore the strong performance of Kazakh jiu-jitsu athletes at the international level. The 12th edition of the World Games saw Kazakhstan's Zhanibek Abu-Bakir win the country's first gold medal, a significant milestone in the sport's history.
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