Abiba Abuzhakynova, a corporal in the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan and leader of the Kazakhstani women’s judo team, delivered a strong performance at the prestigious Grand Slam international tournament held in Dushanbe, Tajikistan.

On the first day of the competition, she earned Kazakhstan’s first medal — a bronze — in the under 48 kg weight category.

Corporal Abuzhakynova confidently advanced to the semifinals, where she faced Wenna Zhuang of China. In a tense bout, the Kazakhstani athlete narrowly lost, but seized the opportunity to compete for third place.

In the bronze medal match, she faced Ulbusin Hakimova from Uzbekistan. Abiba executed a solid hold-down technique and secured an early victory.

A 3rd dan black belt (IJF), Abuzhakynova is one of Kazakhstan’s most decorated female judokas, regularly representing the country on the international stage. Her success in Dushanbe is a testament to her professionalism, relentless training, and fighting spirit — qualities that inspire the next generation of athletes.

The National Guard rightfully takes pride in its athlete, who continues to honorably represent Kazakhstan and the service on the global tatami.

Press Service of the National Guard of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kvv/press/news/details/988770?lang=kk