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Turkmen chess players won five medals at the Western Asia Youth Championship
17.05.2025The Western Asia Youth Chess Championship has ended in Dushanbe, where the national team of Turkmenistan showed brilliant results. Turkmen athletes brought home five awards: one gold and four bronze medals. This is reported by the ‘Turkmenistan: Golden age’ online edition. Experienced chess player Leyla Shohradova won gold in blitz among girls under 18, scoring 8.5 points out of 9 possible. The 18-year-old athlete from Lebap velayat confirmed her high level by winning eight games and drawing one. The bronze medals in different age categories were won by Charykhekim Charyyev (under 8 years old), Maksat Avlyakuliyev, Myrat Merdanov and Didar Khupbyyev (team competition under 10 years old). In total, more than 200 young chess players from 12 countries took part in the tournament. Turkmenistan was represented by 17 talented players who honourably showed themselves in this prestigious competition.
Turkmen athletes are preparing for the Asian Judo Cup in Tashkent
15.05.2025The Ashgabat Secondary Sports School of Olympic Reserve is actively preparing for the Asian Judo Cup among cadets, which will be held from 22 to 23 May in Tashkent. This is reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan. The national team of Turkmenistan will be represented at the competition by 18 judokas - 11 boys and 7 girls. About 320 athletes from Asian countries, including 218 boys and 102 girls, are expected to take part in the tournament. For young Turkmen athletes, the performance at the Asian Cup is not only an opportunity to win medals, but also an important step in their sports development. Ashgabat closely follows the preparation of athletes and puts great hopes on them, wishing them good luck on the tatami of the Tashkent tournament.
Turkmen karatekas performed successfully at the World Championship in Poland
14.05.2025The national team of Turkmenistan successfully participated in the World Fudokan Karate Championship for Children held from 4 to 13 May 2025 in Pulawy (the Republic of Poland). This is reported by the International Information Centre of Turkmenistan. The large-scale international competition gathered about 3,000 participants from 47 countries. Turkmen athletes won a total of 21 medals: 7 gold, 5 silver and 9 bronze. The gold medal winners were Nurgeldi Annagurbanov, Hemra Begjanov, Maksatgeldi Geldiyev, Selim Muratdurdyyev, Eziz Zekeryayev, Cherkez Muratdurdyyev and Ibragim Shagulyyev. Silver awards were won by: Maksatgeldi Geldiyev, Kemal Atayev, Meylis Charyyev, Bazarbay Odayev and Ykhlas Annagurbanov. Bronze medals were awarded to: Serdar Bayriyev, Islam Ulugbekov, Hemra Begjanov, Eziz Zekeryayev, Kemal Atayev, Silap Toylymyradov, Meylis Chariyev and Bazarbay Odayev.
AFC President congratulates Turkmen club Arkadag on the victory in the Challenge League
13.05.2025President of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Sheikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al Khalifa has congratulated Arkadag Football Club on winning the first round of the AFC Challenge League. The Turkmen team won the final match against Cambodian club Preah Khan Reach Svay Rieng 2-1. The game was played on Saturday at a packed Morodok Techo Stadium in Phnom Penh. This was reported by the IIC. The win was a landmark for Arkadag in its debut season and continued the Turkmen clubs' success at the continental level. Earlier titles in the defunct AFC President's Cup were won by HTTU FC in 2014 and Balkan FC in 2013. Sheikh Salman highlighted the significance of the tournament, emphasising that the competition plays a key role in the development of football. He added that the establishment of the AFC Challenge League as part of the reforms aims to increase opportunities for clubs from developing associations, allowing them to participate in top-class tournaments and improve through competition. On behalf of the Asian football community, the AFC President congratulated Arkadag on the historic achievement and thanked the Football Federations of Turkmenistan and Cambodia for creating a vibrant competitive atmosphere.
Turkmenistan is expanding its representation in AFC club competitions
12.05.2025In the upcoming Asian Football Confederation club tournament season, Turkmenistan will set a record by fielding three teams - more than any other AFC member country. The country achieved such an opportunity thanks to Arkadag's triumph in the AFC Challenge League. This is reported by the IIC. The Ahal club is likely to start with the qualifying round of the second AFC Champions League, where its potential opponent could be Tajikistan's Regar-TadAZ. Other possible opponents include India's Goa and Oman's Al-Sib. At the same time, there is still a chance of direct entry into the group stage if some clubs do not receive an AFC licence. Altyn Asyr, the country's champion, has already secured a place in the group stage of the elite Champions League. Interestingly, the teams that failed to qualify for the second Champions League will have the right to play in the group stage of the Challenge League, which increases the chances of Turkmen clubs to continue playing in international tournaments.
Turkmen karatekas won 10 medals at the international tournament in Armenia
12.05.2025Ten athletes of Turkmenistan's national kyokushin karate team successfully performed at the X international tournament in Gyumri, Armenia, held on 10-11 May. Under the guidance of coach Atamyrat Khudaiberdiyev, the national team won 10 medals of various merits. This is reported by IIC of Turkmenistan. Turkmen karate fighters showed brilliant results, winning 3 gold medals, 4 silver and 3 bronze awards. The delegation of Turkmenistan included international category judges Tirkish Korov and Tachli Saparov, who ensured objective refereeing at the competitions. This tournament was an important stage of preparation for the World Championship to be held from 28 November to 1 December in Maebashi, Japan. According to the Kyokushinkai Karate Federation of Turkmenistan, the main task of the athletes is to demonstrate maximum results in each weight category at the upcoming world championship.
Turkmen weightlifters won 12 medals at the World Championship in Peru
12.05.2025At the World Weightlifting Championship among youth and juniors in Lima (Peru), the Turkmen national team showed an impressive result, winning 12 medals. The competition was attended by 531 athletes from 77 countries. This is reported by the online edition of "Turkmenistan: Golden age". Junior athlete Anamjan Rustamova (up to 87kg) brought gold honours to the country. Despite sixth place in the snatch (108kg), she took revenge in the jerk (141kg) and climbed to the top step of the podium with a total of 249kg. This is a serious progress for the athlete, who a year ago in Spain was satisfied with only bronze. Kakamyrat Annamyradov (under 73kg) took 1 bronze and 2 silvers; Didarbek Jumabayev (under 81kg) took 3 silvers; and Islam Akmyradov (under 96kg) took 1 bronze and 2 silvers. 15-year-old Ogulshat Amanova added a bronze medal in the 101kg javelin, continuing her streak of success at the World Championships. These results confirm the growing skills of Turkmen weightlifters and the effectiveness of the coaching staff under the leadership of Meretguly Sakhatmyradov and Akhmet Sariyev.
Two players from 'Arkadag' won awards following the final match of the AFC Challenge League
11.05.2025At the end of the final match of the AFC Challenge League, two players of the Turkmen club Arkadag were honoured with awards, having played a key role in the club's victory. This is reported by Turkmenportal news website. According to the source, Altymyrat Annadurdyyev was the author of the winning goal scored in the 112th minute of extra time. This goal not only brought the club a trophy, but also made the forward the top scorer of the tournament with five goals. Shanazar Tirkishov was recognised as the most valuable player of the final. His game had a determining influence on the success of the Turkmen team.
"Arkadag" won in the final of the AFC Challenge Cup
11.05.2025The final match of the AFC Challenge League ended in Cambodia, where the Turkmen club Arkadag won a willful victory over Cambodia's Svay Rieng with the score 2:1. The game was tense and dramatic, keeping the fans' attention until the last minutes. This is reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan. Turkmen team's defender Mekan Saparov opened the score in the 59th minute. However, Svay Rieng levelled the score in the 82nd minute, taking the match into extra time. The second extra time was decisive: in the 112th minute Altymyrat Annadurdyyev sent the ball into the opponent's goal and brought his team the title of the tournament winner. This achievement was a landmark for Turkmen football: Arkadag demonstrated not only a high level of play, but also character, having managed to snatch victory in a tough match. The team confirmed its ambitions in the international arena and gave its fans a reason to be proud.
Turkmen gymnasts will participate in the tournament "EAST CUP & Olympic Stars"
10.05.2025Turkmenistan's rhythmic gymnastics team travelled to Guangzhou, China, to participate in the international tournament ‘EAST CUP & Olympic Stars’. This is reported by the IIC of Turkmenistan. The selection to the national team was preceded by the national championship held in Mary velayat. The tournament gathered about 60 gymnasts from all over the country. The tournament was held under the updated FIG rules for the 2025-2028 cycle, emphasising artistry and aesthetics. Within the framework of the championship 12 sets of awards were played. Ashgabat gymnasts won 9 gold medals (M.Ilyasova, A.Geldiyeva, L.Avanesova, F.Kambarova, L.Chorekliyeva, S.Gulberdiyeva, F.Gunaslan, M.Orazova, V.Kurdupova), one each - gymnasts from Mary (H.Akmuradova, L.Soyunova) and Balkan (M.Pomanova) velayats. At the tournament in Guangzhou left 13 gymnasts under the guidance of head coach Firuza Ayvazova and her colleagues. Taking into account the previous successes of the national team at the tournaments in Tashkent, high results are expected from the athletes.
The handball players of Turkmenistan won two silver medals at the tournament in Pakistan
07.05.2025Turkmenistan's U17 and U19 girls' handball teams successfully performed at the IHF Trophy Women-2025 Asian Zone III tournament held in Faisalabad (Pakistan). Both teams won silver honours, losing only to Uzbekistan, the IIC of Turkmenistan reports. In the U17 age category, Turkmen athletes confidently defeated the teams of Pakistan (38:18), Tajikistan (53:6) and Kyrgyzstan (36:18). Among the best players Selbi Mollaeva, Aidane Garadzhaeva and Angelina Lopatina were noted. In the U19 category, the opponents' composition changed - instead of Kyrgyzstan, the national team of Mongolia took part. The Turkmen team again lost only to Uzbekistan, having shown a convincing result in matches against Pakistan (50:17), Tajikistan (60:9) and Mongolia (44:12). Leaders of the national team include Sevara Ikhtiyarova (goalkeeper), Bagtynyyaz Muhammedova, Farida Akhmedova and Safiye Yalchinkaya.
The opponents of the national team of Turkmenistan at the 2026 Ice Hockey World Cup have been determined
06.05.2025The opponents of the Turkmenistan national ice hockey team at the 2026 World Championship have been revealed. Based on the results of previous tournaments and the new team distribution, the Turkmen national team will compete in Group A of Division II. This is reported by the International Information Centre of Turkmenistan. Among the opponents of the Turkmen athletes are the national teams of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Turkey, the Republic of South Africa, as well as two new teams in the division: the national team of Mexico, which has risen from a lower tier, and Thailand, which has fallen from Group B of Division I.
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