Kazakhstan National Para Dressage Championship Concludes in Astana
Today, November 11, the Kazakhstan National Para Dressage Championship took place at the Argymak Equestrian Complex in Astana.
“Para equestrian sport is a unique discipline that demonstrates the perfect harmony between horse and rider, extraordinary determination, and true sporting excellence. I believe today’s championship will highlight the remarkable resilience of our athletes and provide fresh momentum for the development of inclusive sport in Kazakhstan. I wish everyone the best of luck!” said Bolatbek Duketayev, Director of the Republican State Enterprise Sports Training Centre for Persons with Disabilities, during the opening ceremony.
Speaking at the opening ceremony, Rustam Bayaliyev, President of the Equestrian Federation of the Republic of Kazakhstan, emphasized that para dressage is a powerful demonstration of the limitless potential and resilience of the human spirit. He noted that every movement, the determination, and the desire to succeed shown by the athletes inspire thousands of people. He also highlighted the special attention the government is paying to the development of mass participation and Paralympic sport in Kazakhstan.
“Just yesterday, at the awards ceremony honoring medalists of the Asian Games and Asian Para Games, the Head of State emphasized that implementing the ‘People’s Construction’ program, announced in his Address to the Nation, would provide significant momentum for the development of all sectors, including sport. Under this program, new sports facilities and inclusive centres will be built across the country. This represents an important commitment to enabling people with special needs to fully realize their potential,” he said.
The Federation President described the championship as an important competition that would discover new talent, improve sporting skills, and strengthen friendship and unity. He wished all participants success, unwavering determination, and outstanding achievements.
Riders with physical impairments affecting mobility from Astana and the Almaty, Aktobe, Karaganda, and East Kazakhstan regions competed in the championship.
Athletes competed across five functional classification grades (I–V), based on their physical abilities. Following the competition, the highest-scoring riders were awarded national championship titles and medals.
Competition Results
Para Grand Prix – Test B, Grade IV
1st place – Nurmukhamed Korganbekov
2nd place – Sultan Zhasybai
3rd place – Aidos Zhylkyshynov
Para Novice – Test A, Grade IV
1st place – Sultan Zhasybai
2nd place – Aidos Zhylkyshynov
Para Grand Prix – Test B, Grade II
1st place – Elena Shishayeva
2nd place – Rinat Bektursynov
Para Grand Prix – Test B, Grade I
1st place – Nazly Amirkumarova
2nd place – Almas Isanov
3rd place – Raikhan Baikanova
Para Novice – Test A, Grade III
1st place – Ismail Kaikharov
2nd place – Artem Terletsky
Para Novice – Test A, Grade II
1st place – Ahmad Bilyal
Para Novice – Test A, Grade I
1st place – Nazly Amirkumarova
2nd place – Arystan Sabitkan
3rd place – Nurdana Akhmedova
Introductory Dressage – Test A
1st place – Vladimir Voronin
Para Grand Prix – Freestyle Test, Grade II
1st place – Elena Shishayeva
2nd place – Rinat Bektursynov
Para Grand Prix – Freestyle Test, Grade II
1st place – Raikhan Bairkanova
2nd place – Almas Isanov
3rd place – Aiganym Yermekova
