Pakistan win four bronze medals at World Nomad Games

Pakistan ended its World Nomad Games campaign in Bishkek with four bronze medals, earned in tug-of-war and mass wrestling.

Tayyab Raza Awan secured bronze in the 1x1 tug-of-war competition after defeating competitors from Russia, Georgia and Britain. He then beat an Iranian opponent in the bronze-medal contest. Pakistan also won bronze in the 8x8 tug-of-war event after defeating Iran in the third-place match.

The team had earlier beaten India and faced competitors from Britain, Russia, South Korea, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Brazil and Georgia. In mass wrestling, Mohammad Asim won bronze in the 90-kilogram category after defeating an Iranian wrestler. Iqra Naseeb added another bronze in the over-90-kilogram category.

Pakistan also competed in equestrian events and archery. A member of the country’s contingent said from Bishkek, "It was a fine run. The athletes did well and we are happy with the outcome."

The Games celebrate the traditions of nomadic peoples, particularly in Central Asia, through sports such as wrestling, archery, horse racing and tug-of-war. The event, established in 2014, was holding its sixth edition and was scheduled to close formally on Sunday.

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It was a fine run. The athletes did well and we are happy with the outcome.