World War II veterans from Transbaikalia reach the finals of the nationwide "Shield of Patriots" competition
In the heart of Russia, the "Fatherland Defenders Cup" competitions concluded in Yuzhno-Sakhalinsk, with a team from Zabaykalsky Krai making a significant impact. The regional team, known for its rich cultural and military heritage, demonstrated their prowess in various events, although specific details about their performance in powerlifting, knife throwing, pistol shooting, and sitting volleyball were not provided in the search results.
This patriotic competition, which celebrates national pride, military traditions, and community involvement, serves to foster camaraderie, promote physical fitness, and honour the service and sacrifices of defence personnel and their families. Each event in the competition has its own significance: powerlifting demonstrates strength and endurance, knife throwing requires precision and control, pistol shooting tests marksmanship and accuracy, and sitting volleyball emphasises teamwork and strategy.
In the powerlifting event, Yevgeny Butenko from Zabaykalsky Krai made a remarkable achievement, lifting 180 kg and setting a new record, securing the first place for his team. Andrei Denisov also triumphed in the knife-throwing event, while Maxim Zabelin placed third in pistol shooting. The victorious sitting volleyball team from Zabaykalsky Krai finished a commendable second in their event.
The team's success in these events qualified Zabaykalsky Krai for the national final of the "Fatherland Defenders Cup". The official Telegram channel of the Ministry of Physical Culture and Sports of Zabaykalsky Krai reported the medals won, totalling four for the veterans' team from the region.
These competitions, which took place in the Far East, provide a platform for veterans to showcase their skills, promote regional pride, and celebrate their achievements. The "Fatherland Defenders Cup" is a testament to the resilience, teamwork, and determination of the participants, and a reminder of the important role that veterans play in the country's history and culture.
The success of Zabaykalsky Krai's team, who qualified for the national final, was not limited to powerlifting alone. Andrei Denisov's victory in knife-throwing and Maxim Zabelin's third place finish in pistol shooting further demonstrated their athletic prowess in various sports events.
Adding to their victories, the sitting volleyball team from Zabaykalsky Krai showed their strategic teamwork and finished commendably in second place, showcasing their abilities in different sports.
