CIS Games: Eight sports competitions scheduled for today
Laman Ismayilova
Read moreEight sports competitions are scheduled for October 2 as part of the third CIS Games in Azerbaijan, Azernews reports.
The events will include chovqan (Kyrgyzstan-Kuwait, Kazakhstan-Turkiye) in Shaki, trampoline gymnastics (first medalists will be determined), and badminton (Russia-Uzbekistan mixed teams final) in Gabala.
In Ganja, the Azerbaijani men's volleyball team will face Uzbekistan at 18:30.
Moreover, fencing and swimming competitions will take place in the city.
In Yevlakh, boxing events will be held, while archery competitions will take place in Khankandi.
Azerbaijan is hosting the third Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) Games from September 28 to October 8, 2025, marking a significant event in the region's sports calendar.
This multi-sport competition brings together athletes from CIS member states and invited countries, aiming to promote friendship, cooperation, and athletic excellence.
For the first time in the history of the CIS Games, competitions are being held across seven cities in Azerbaijan: Ganja, Mingachevir, Gabala, Shaki, Goygol, Yevlakh, and Khankandi.
Each city hosts events in different sports, with the second-largest city, Ganja, serving as the main hub and officially designated the CIS Sports Capital for 2025.
Around 23 sports are being contested across 12 venues, highlighting a broad and inclusive athletic program.
A total of 1,624 athletes from 13 countries had confirmed participation. Event mascots Babir and Leyla are helping to generate enthusiasm among young fans.
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