"I sincerely congratulate the athletes from Akmola and their coaches on their historic victory at the Winter Asian Games!
Our short track athletes have opened a new page in Kazakhstani sports, winning the first gold medal of the Asian Games in the 5000-meter relay! We are especially happy that our fellow Akmola athletes Denis Nikisha and Mersaid Zhaksybayev contributed to this victory. Their skill, determination to win, and dedication have brought our country a high award!
Our girls also achieved great success by winning a silver medal! We are proud of the contribution of Olga Tikhonova and Yana Khan to this victory!
These victories are clear evidence of the talent, hard work, and desire of our athletes to achieve great heights. They are an example to young people and inspire us all!
I wish our athletes good health, new achievements, and conquering the highest sports podiums!" – said the regional akim in his congratulatory message.

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/aqmola/press/news/details/934284