Kyrgyz student wins bronze medal at international physics Olympiad
Translated from Russian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Kyrgyz student Askar Abdiev won a bronze medal at the 10th European Physics Olympiad (EuPhO 2026).
- Another student from Kyrgyzstan, Aytegin Emilbekov, received an honorable mention.
- The competition took place in Gothenburg, Sweden, from June 12-16, with 199 students from 41 countries participating.
Kyrgyz student Askar Abdiev has earned a bronze medal at the prestigious 10th European Physics Olympiad (EuPhO 2026). The Ministry of Education announced the achievement, highlighting the success of Kyrgyz students on the international stage.
Abdiev's accomplishment marks a significant recognition of his talent and dedication in the field of physics. Alongside Abdiev's bronze medal, fellow Kyrgyz student Aytegin Emilbekov, an 11th-grader from the "Gazprom Kyrgyzstan" school, was awarded an honorable mention for his performance in the challenging competition.
The European Physics Olympiad was held in Gothenburg, Sweden, from June 12 to 16. The event brought together 199 of the brightest young minds from 41 countries worldwide. Participants engaged in complex theoretical and experimental tasks, testing their problem-solving skills and deep understanding of physics principles.
This international competition serves as a platform for students to showcase their academic prowess and fosters a spirit of scientific inquiry and collaboration among young physicists globally. The success of Abdiev and Emilbekov reflects positively on the educational standards and the growing potential of students in Kyrgyzstan.
Originally published by 24.kg in Russian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.