Saturday, September 5, 2026

Nomad 'Olympics' in Kyryzystan, buzkashi-kokpar

 Salvete Omnes,



the Eurasian Nomads are having their own games,  their Olympics right now in Bishek and Issyk-Kul (Astana Times report), Kyrgyzstan. 



One of my favorite nomadic sports to watch  is buzkashi (kokpar, kok-boru, Ulak-Tartysh) or 'goat wrestling.'  There is even an American kokpar team participating - cowboys. 

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Valete

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3 comments:

  1. Dario T. W.September 6, 2026 at 2:57 AM

    https://x.com/samat_awa/status/2096475435559162015 Kyrygyzstan defeat Kazakhstan in kokpar - winning a gold medal

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  2. James FisherSeptember 13, 2026 at 5:31 PM

    Magnificently talented riders and a wonderful continuation of long-held traditions and culture. Thanks for posting about it.
    Best wishes, James

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  3. Dario T. W.September 15, 2026 at 2:06 PM

    Hi James, indeed magnificent games. All the best to you too

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