The 1st Republican Boxing Tournament among men and women dedicated to the memory of National Guard serviceman and Order of “Aibyn” III degree recipient Aibat Amanov has concluded in Zhezkazgan.

Over the course of three days, the country’s best boxers competed for medals in 15 weight categories.

According to the Chairman of the Judges Panel of the Ulytau Region Boxing Federation and international-category referee Sailau Zhurinov, the tournament was held at a high organizational level and is expected to become a traditional event in the future.

Following the competition, the team from Ulytau Region claimed first place in the overall standings. Athletes from Abai Region finished second, while the Mangystau Region team took third place.

Among the men, the winners in various weight categories were Madiyar Zakenov (50 kg), Nurasyl Ongarbay (55 kg), Yerassyl Amangaliev (60 kg), Yerdaulat Sait (65 kg), Sanzhar Serikzhan (70 kg), Nurasyl Dakhbay (75 kg), Daniyar Okeinov (80 kg), and Nikita Kastornov (90 kg).

Among the women, gold medals were won by Aibegim Kazhymukhan (51 kg), Gulnar Turapbay (54 kg), Aidana Zabynbekova (57 kg), Kamila Kainarbayeva (60 kg), Asem Tanatar (65 kg), and Roksolana Valiyeva (70 kg).

The organizers noted the high level of preparation demonstrated by the participants and the spectacular nature of the bouts. Winners and prizewinners were awarded medals, certificates, and cash prizes.

The awards ceremony was attended by Deputy Akim of Ulytau Region Zina Zhumanazarkyzy, Commander of Regional Command “Ortalyk” Colonel Nurlan Mukhamedov, representative of the National Guard Main Command Kuanysh Kozhakhmetov, as well as Aibat Amanov’s parents — Yerbol Amanuly and Gulnaz Alkenkyzy.

Nurasyl Ongarbay (55 kg) was recognized as the most technical male boxer, while Aidana Zabynbekova (57 kg) received the same recognition among women. Special “For the Will to Win” awards were presented to Ernar Karap (50 kg) and Diana Serikbayeva (51 kg).

During the closing ceremony, organizers announced plans to elevate the competition to an international level in the coming years.

It is worth noting that Aibat Amanov was born in the Zhanaarka district of Ulytau Region. From a young age, he practiced boxing and repeatedly became a winner and prizewinner of regional and republican tournaments, representing the regional team. The memory of the courageous guardsman, who remained faithful to his military oath until the very end, is carefully preserved today by his fellow servicemen, fellow countrymen, and the sporting community of the country. By decree of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Aibat Amanov was posthumously awarded the Order of “Aibyn” III degree.

Press Service of the National Guard

Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan

Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kvv/press/news/details/1217452?lang=kk