In Bishkek, the world’s first championship in the National Yakut wrestling of Khapsagay started. This is reported by the book “Kabar”.
Khapsagay – Yakut national struggle. To win, it is necessary that the opponent touches the ground with any part of the body with the exception of the feet.
165 fighters from 35 countries take part in the championship.
On the first day, participants will play medals in three weight categories up to 57, 65 and 75 kg. According to the results of the day, absolute championship will be held among wrestlers up to 75 kg. On the second day, athletes of heavy weight categories up to 85, 95 and over 95 kg will enter the carpet. Absolute championship among wrestlers over 75 kg will also be held.
The winners of absolute championships will receive 3 thousand dollars, as well as exclusive champion belts and medals with diamonds of 0.5 carat.