Kyrgyz Wrestler's Bronze Medal Sparks Dreams of Gold

Kyrgyz Wrestler Wins Bronze, Eyes World Title Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia – A Kyrgyz wrestler, whose identity has not been publicly revealed, secured a bronze medal at the Ulaanbaatar Open wrestling tournament on May 31st, 2025. In a post-match interview, the athlete expressed his satisfaction with his performance, stating, "It looks like gold, but it's bronze this time." He highlighted the strong support he receives from Kyrgyz wrestling fans, which he compared to the passionate support seen in Iran. Looking ahead, he expressed his ambition to become a world champion and an Olympic champion, adding, "Inshallah, Inshallah." He also mentioned a specific opponent, Termen Valiyev, whom he hopes to face again in future competitions. The wrestler's determination and the evident passion of Kyrgyz wrestling fans make this a compelling story of athletic achievement and national pride.