Author: By Uyghur Times Staff
Time and Date: August 4, 2024
Kazakhstan’s Nariman Kurbanov, of Uyghur origin, has earned a silver medal in men’s pommel horse at the 2024 Paris Olympics, as reported by Kazinform News Agency and Olympic.kz. Kurbanov achieved a score of 15.433, marking a historic moment for Kazakhstan in artistic gymnastics.
At the ongoing Olympic Games in Paris, Nariman Kurbanov impressed with a score of 15.433, securing second place in the men’s pommel horse event. Rhys McClenaghan of Ireland claimed gold with a score of 15.533, while American Stephen Nedoroscik finished third with a score of 15.300. This marks Kurbanov’s debut at the Olympics, and his silver medal is Kazakhstan’s first-ever in artistic gymnastics.
Rhys McClenaghan of Ireland and Stephen Nedoroscik of the USA were the top competitors in the event, showcasing strong performances. Kazakhstan’s Milad Karimi also competed, finishing fifth in the men’s floor exercise final.
Nariman Kurbanov’s achievement is particularly significant given that it is his first Olympic appearance and represents a breakthrough for Kazakhstan in artistic gymnastics. The win highlights Kurbanov’s remarkable talent and the potential of athletes from the Uyghur community.
The 2024 Summer Olympics, held in Paris from July 26 to August 11, feature 10,500 athletes from 206 national Olympic committees. Kazakhstan is represented by 80 athletes across 25 sports. So far, Kazakhstan has secured a total of four medals: one gold, one silver, and two bronze.
