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Krasnodar Team Secures Two Gold and One Silver Medal at the Muay Thai World Championship

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Muay Thai World Championship Winners: Krasnodars Claim Two Gold Medals and One Silver
Muay Thai World Championship Winners: Krasnodars Claim Two Gold Medals and One Silver

Krasnodar Team Secures Two Gold and One Silver Medal at the Muay Thai World Championship

In the bustling city of Krasnodar, Russia, the excitement is palpable as athletes return from two prestigious international competitions. The World Muay Thai Championships in Abu Dhabi and the World Canoe Marathon Championships in Dunaújváros, Hungary, have seen Krasnodar athletes bring home a total of three medals.

At the World Muay Thai Championships, Krasnodar's own Sergey Sinitsyn emerged as the best taekwondo fighter in the youngest age group (10-11 years), securing a gold medal. The city's pride was further bolstered with two more gold and one silver medal, making the Krasnodar team a force to be reckoned with.

The athletes' achievements did not go unnoticed, with Evgeny Naumov, the mayor of Krasnodar, announcing their success and expressing his congratulations. Matvey Prokopenko, who won a gold medal, and Timofey Pokrovsky, who took home the silver, were singled out for their exceptional performances.

Meanwhile, in the Hungarian city of Dunaújváros, Valeria Kashubina, Ivan Nekrasov, and Dmitry Avdeev represented Krasnodar in the World Canoe Marathon Championships. The event, which saw 500 junior boys and girls from 40 countries compete, was a challenging test of skill and endurance. Nekrasov, an athlete from Dinskoy District, was the standout performer, winning a bronze medal.

As the athletes return home, the city of Krasnodar awaits them with open arms, eager to celebrate their achievements and encourage them in their future endeavours. The success of these athletes serves as a testament to the city's thriving sports culture and the potential for continued success in international competitions.

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