Riyad Shiraliyev wins bronze at World Taekwondo Cadet Championships [PHOTO]
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By Laman Ismayilova
Azerbaijani fighter Riyad Shiraliyev grabbed a bronze medal at the World Taekwondo Cadet Championships held in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt.
He secured the medal in the 37kg weight class, Azertac reported.
Azerbaijan’s taekwondo fighters compete against contenders from 69 other countries, including Korea, France, Spain, Iran, Turkey, the United States, China, Chinese Taipei and others.
Azerbaijan men’s team includes Nihad Alizadeh (33 kg), Riyad Shiraliyev (37 kg), Ismayil Ismayilov (41 kg), Yashar Mammadli (45 kg), Nihad Abbasov (49 kg) and Parviz Iskenderov (53 kg).
The national female team consists of Aydan Aliyeva (44 kg), Aylin Eynullayeva (47 kg) and Ilaha Guluzade (59 kg).
The Azerbaijani fighters are taking part in the World Championship under the leadership of head coach Sabuhi Zulfugarov and senior coach Sanan Hashimov.
International referee Elshad Mammadov represents Azerbaijan as a judge.
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