Ashgabat is hosting the Turkmenistan Federation Cup chess tournament, which has brought together 285 chess players from all over the country. The competition is held in two categories: for players with a FIDE rating of over 1700 points and for those who have not yet reached this level. The tournament is of particular importance, as its winners will gain the right to participate in the Higher League of the 2025 Turkmenistan Championship.

The tournament includes 11 rounds with classical time control, as well as additional competitions in rapid and blitz chess, which will be held on October 9 and 10. Among the favorites in the «A» category are FIDE Master Mergen Kakabaev and members of the national men's team Amanmukhammet Khommadov and Allayar Shirliev. Of particular interest is the participation of all five members of the women's team of Turkmenistan, who recently won small gold medals at the World Chess Olympiad.

Chairman of the Chess Federation of Turkmenistan Vepa Myalikgulyev stressed the importance of regular participation in competitions to improve the skills of chess players. Over the past year, 130 chess tournaments with calculation of the international FIDE rating were held in the country, which indicates the active development of chess in Turkmenistan.

The Federation Cup tournament is being held for the second time and attracts participants from different regions of the country. The age range of participants varies from 6 to 61 years old, which creates a unique opportunity for young chess players to gain valuable experience in playing with more experienced opponents.

The successes of Turkmen chess players in the international arena, including the recent victories of the men's and women's teams at the World Chess Olympiad, confirm the effectiveness of the strategy for the development of chess in the country.

The current Federation Cup tournament is an important stage in preparation for future international competitions and contributes to the further growth of the popularity of chess in Turkmenistan.

On October 17, the capital of Malaysia will host the draw for the 2025 AFC Women's Futsal Asian Cup qualifying tournament. The qualifying tournament is expected to take place in January 2025. This was reported by the FFT press service.

The final part of the tournament will involve 12 best teams from Asia, which will be divided into three groups of four teams.

Dear members of the Presidium of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan!

We have recently celebrated the 33rd anniversary of the sacred independence of our sovereign country at a high level. Our people celebrated the Independence Day with great victories.

As you know, the regular meeting of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan was held on September 24.

The meeting summed up the successes achieved, the work done and the milestones reached in our independent state. The key tasks facing us in the new historical era, according to the demands of the time and new economic conditions, were also discussed.

At the meeting of the Halk Maslahaty, the President of Turkmenistan Arkadagly Hero Serdar made a number of decisions aimed at the further comprehensive development of the independent neutral Fatherland and signed the relevant Decrees.

As you know, Arkadagly Hero Serdar signed a Decree at the meeting of the Halk Maslahaty related to the proclamation of 2025 as the International Year of Peace and Trust.

At the 63rd plenary meeting of the 78th session of the UN General Assembly, on the initiative of Turkmenistan, 2025 was declared the International Year of Peace and Trust. This demonstrates the recognition throughout the world of our country's tireless efforts to strengthen global peace and build trust between states.

Guided by the legal status of positive neutrality, we attach great importance to the development of cooperation with all states and authoritative international organizations. The development of equal and mutually beneficial relations with countries of the world is one of the main directions of our state's foreign policy. In this regard, preparations for the organized holding of celebrations and events to mark the International Year of Peace and Trust should be at the highest level.

We should meet with great success in the coming year, 2025, the most important historical and significant date - the holiday of the glorious 30th anniversary of Turkmenistan's permanent neutrality.

Dear people!

Under the leadership of Arkadagly Hero Serdar, comprehensive work is being carried out in our independent neutral country to develop the spheres of science and education. In accordance with the adopted national programs, large-scale work is being carried out, important decrees and decisions are being made.

And therefore, in the future, we must also pay attention to the development of the sphere of science, strengthening its material and legal base. Particular importance should be attached to the introduction of scientific achievements, innovations and the digital system into production. Cooperation between research institutions, higher education institutions and production should be further strengthened.

Institutions engaged in science and education must be provided with highly qualified specialists.

Dear members of the Presidium!

Exemplary work is currently being carried out in the city of Arkadag. Comfortable residential buildings, administrative buildings, educational and healthcare institutions, shopping and entertainment centers and parks are being built and commissioned. The construction of the second stage of the city is proceeding at a high pace.

In accordance with the "Concept of Development of the City of Arkadag for 2024-2052", we must achieve harmonious and sustainable development of all systems of the city of Arkadag. Through the widespread introduction of digital technologies into the city's management system and their regular improvement, it is necessary to systematically ensure the living, working and rest conditions of the population and further increase employment in the city of Arkadag.

Dear people!

The Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan is the highest representative body of people's power; in our neutral state, it has become a noble tradition to consult with the people - to regularly hold Halk Maslahaty.

Along with this, we are currently enriching the activities of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan with new content, we consider it an important tool for strengthening the unity, cohesion of the people, governance and development of society. Along with all sectors, effective work is being carried out to improve people's power.

Esteemed members of the Presidium!

We will rely on the rich historical experience accumulated in the construction of the state and the noble traditions of our ancestors.

I am firmly convinced that each of you will work tirelessly to successfully implement the tasks set before us and will make a worthy contribution to the development of the sovereign Fatherland!

The Turkmenistan U17 youth football team won a confident victory over the Azerbaijani team with a score of 3:0 at the international tournament in Erzurum, Türkiye. The second round match of the competition was held on October 2 at the “Yuksek Irtifa” training base, FFT reports.

The tournament, organized by the Turkish Football Federation, brought together teams from five Turkic-speaking countries and the invited Georgian team. In the first round, Ahmed Allaberdiyev's team lost to Türkiye with a score of 0:3.

This tournament is an important stage in preparation for the 2025 Asian Cup qualifying matches, which will be held from October 23 to 27 in Thailand. In group “D”, the Turkmenistan national team will meet with the teams of Thailand, India and Brunei.

Turkmen football club "Altyn Asyr" suffered a disappointing defeat against the Bahraini team "Al-Hidd" with a score of 0:1 in the second round of the AFC-2 Champions League group stage. The match, held in Ashgabat with the support of 15,500 spectators, kept the fans on edge until the final whistle.

The only goal of the game was scored in the fourth added minute of the first half. The visiting forward, Oussama Bellatreche, was in the right place at the right time, sending the ball into the home team's net. This goal proved decisive in the match, despite all the efforts of the Turkmen team in the second half.

Altyn Asyr's head coach, Yazguly Hojageldiyev, did not hide his disappointment after the match: "I believe we deserved at least one point today, but that's football, it happens. We lacked a bit of luck, I think. We played to our capabilities and showed our game."

Responding to a question about the conceded goal, Hojageldiyev admitted: "We didn't see it clearly in the dynamics either, we will need to review it in detail after the game." The coach also commented on the absence of players Annaorazov and Mirsultanov: "It's hard to say because we still created enough chances, especially in the second half, and showed a different kind of football, but unfortunately, we couldn't score."

The most dangerous moment for Altyn Asyr came in the 85th minute when substitute Arslan Saparov failed to convert what seemed to be a sure chance. Hojageldiyev commented on this episode: "It was a 100% chance, it's hard not to score in such a situation, but it happens."

Al-Hidd's head coach, Ali Ashour, expressed satisfaction with the result: "This is a very important game for us, we are glad we managed to win today and earn three points. We have great respect for Altyn Asyr, their players, and their coach. The game was tough, especially at the beginning of the first half. But we managed to break their resistance and score a goal." Ashour also noted that his team had to make adjustments in the second half: "We had to make several substitutions to prevent their fast players from breaking away on counterattacks."

The best player of the match and the author of the winning goal, Oussama Bellatreche, emphasized the team spirit: "We tried to play our game, the coach advised us before the game on how to best play against Altyn Asyr, and we prepared very hard in training, we played this match very disciplined."

This is the second consecutive defeat for Altyn Asyr in the current AFC-2 Champions League campaign. In the first round, the team lost away to Air Force with a score of 1:2. Despite the unsuccessful start, Hojageldiyev remains optimistic: "Only two rounds have passed, there are still four more to go. We will prepare, this is a cup tournament, we will continue to prepare, we have everything for that."

It is worth noting that at the end of the second half, Altyn Asyr's goalkeeper, Batyr Babayev, feeling discomfort, requested a substitution. He was replaced by Dovletmuhammet Jallatov in the 88th minute. Regarding the goalkeeper's condition, Hojageldiyev said: "We don't know yet what's wrong with him, we will find out and then see."

In the next round on November 6, Altyn Asyr will play an away match against Al-Taawoun from Saudi Arabia, where the team will try to earn their first points in the tournament and return to the fight for a place in the group stage.

President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov signed a decree on the creation of the Organizing Committee for the preparation of national teams for the XXXIV Summer Olympic and XVIII Summer Paralympic Games, which will be held in Los Angeles in 2028, reports the State News Agency of Turkmenistan.

This decision is aimed at ensuring the participation of Turkmen athletes in the upcoming games and strengthening the country's position in the international sports arena.

Let us remind that at the recent 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, Turkmenistan was represented by six athletes in various disciplines, including judo, weightlifting, swimming and athletics. In addition, a Turkmen athlete participated in the Paralympic Games in para-powerlifting competitions.

Turkmen athletes won 7 gold and 5 bronze medals at the Youth World Cup in kickboxing, which concluded in Tashkent, reports the publication 'Turkmenistan: Golden Age.'

The competition, held under the auspices of the World Association of Kickboxing Organizations (WAKO), brought together more than 2000 athletes from over 40 countries. The tournament included competitions in seven disciplines in the ring and on the tatami, covering various styles of kickboxing, including 'full-contact,' 'low-kick,' 'kick-light,' and K-1.

The gold medals for the Turkmen team were awarded to: Akmyrat Akmyradov in 'full-contact,' Kirill Voevodin in 'low-kick,' Muhammetali Orazmuhammedov in 'kick-light,' as well as Rasul Rustamov, Salamathan Baltayev, Nurmuhammet Jorayev, and Serdar Bekenov in K-1.

The bronze medals were won by: Rashit Geldimammedov in 'low-kick,' Hangedi Atabayev in 'kick-light,' as well as Guvanch Mahmudov, Guvanch Babayev, and Ihlas Bayev in K-1.

On October 2nd, the football club "Altyn Asyr" will take the field against Bahrain's "Al-Hidd" in the second round of the 2024/25 AFC Champions League-2 season. The match will take place at the "Ashgabat" stadium and will start at 19:00. Fans can attend the game for free.

The team's head coach Yazguli Hojageldiyev and forward Murat Annaev held a press conference where they shared their expectations and plans for the upcoming game.

Head coach Yazguli Hojageldiyev spoke about the team's condition and preparation for the match. He noted that all players, except for defender Serdar Annaorazov, who has a minor injury, are in good shape and ready to play.

Hojageldiyev emphasized that after the defeat in the first round against the Iraqi club "Air Force," necessary adjustments were made to the team's defensive actions. The head coach of the Ashgabat team expressed confidence that these changes would help avoid the mistakes made in the previous match.

"We have been waiting for this match for a long time, all the guys feel good, and I hope we will show a decent game," said Hojageldiyev. He also noted that the team has thoroughly studied the strengths and weaknesses of the opponent and is ready to use this information to their advantage. "We had enough time to study them, we watched the game they played in the first round against 'Al-Taawoun.' Everyone has strengths and weaknesses, but how they will be used depends on this," added the coach.

Forward Murat Annaev shared his thoughts on the upcoming match and the atmosphere in the team. "The atmosphere in the team before the game is good. Everyone is 100% ready. We will do everything in our power to earn 3 points," said Annayev. He also noted that the main goal of the team is to win every match and expressed gratitude to the fans for their support.

"You can't achieve anything alone, we do everything together and achieve all results together. I especially want to thank all our compatriots who support us, we will try to please you and achieve victory in match".

Annayev also commented on the level of the new AFC Champions League-2 tournament, noting that it is higher than the AFC Cup, in which "Altyn Asyr" previously performed successfully. "We have a great responsibility, we understand that this tournament is of a higher level than the AFC Cup, there are many good teams here. As for us, we are only striving forward, we hope that success awaits us," he said.

The match will be the first home game for "Altyn Asyr" in this tournament, and the team hopes to use the home field advantage to their benefit. "There is a certain confidence when you play at home, and additional motivation also comes, but how well it will work, that's the question. We hope for the best," concluded coach Y. Hojageldiyev.

On September 30, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov held a working meeting via the digital system with the participation of Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers T. Atahalliyev, who oversees the agro-industrial complex, and the hakims of the velayats. The agenda included issues related to the implementation of the National Rural Program and the progress of seasonal agricultural campaigns in the country.

The first to speak was the head of the administration of the Ahal velayat, S. Soltanmyradov, who reported on the state of affairs in the fields of the region.

As reported, necessary measures are currently being taken to increase the pace of cotton harvesting as quickly as possible and without losses, including the full utilization of agricultural machinery, the uninterrupted operation of reception points, and cotton processing enterprises.

In addition, work is underway to continue wheat sowing in accordance with agrotechnical standards, the effective use of agricultural machinery and equipment, and the vegetative irrigation of crops.

At the same time, care is being taken for potato, vegetable, and other crop plantings in the velayat's agricultural lands, and the harvested crops are being collected.

Information was provided on the ongoing preparation of heating systems for buildings and structures in the education and culture sectors, public facilities, and residential buildings for winter, as well as on the progress of construction of various facilities under the National Rural Program, scheduled for commissioning this year.

After hearing the report, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasized the need to harvest cotton without losses and to properly conduct wheat sowing in accordance with agrotechnical requirements, giving the hakim a number of specific instructions in this regard.

Focusing on the importance of successfully implementing the tasks outlined in the National Rural Program, the head of state ordered to keep the quality of construction of various facilities, planned for opening this year, under control.

Then, the hakim of the Balkan velayat, H. Ashyrmyradov, reported on the pace of seasonal work of the current campaigns, the measures taken to organize the cotton harvest, ensure the coordinated work of the involved structures, as well as the uninterrupted transportation, reception, and placement of the harvested crop.

In addition, wheat sowing continues in compliance with agrotechnical standards, efforts are being made to effectively use agricultural machinery and timely irrigate crops.

To fulfill the tasks set by the head of state to increase the production of vegetables and other food crops in the country and provide the population with these products, care is being taken for potato, vegetable, and other crop plantings in the velayat's fields, and the harvested crops are being collected.

With the approach of the winter season, preparations are underway for the heating systems of buildings in the education and culture sectors, public facilities, and residential buildings.

It was also reported on the progress of construction of social and cultural facilities and production facilities under the country's socio-economic development program for 2022–2028 and the National Rural Program, scheduled for commissioning this year.

Summarizing the report, the President of Turkmenistan emphasized the importance of the seasonal agricultural work being carried out these days, instructing the hakim to conduct wheat sowing within agrotechnical deadlines and to accelerate the pace of cotton harvesting.

The head of state also ordered to keep the quality of construction of buildings and structures of various purposes under control within the framework of the country's socio-economic development programs, planned for commissioning this year.

The working meeting via the digital system continued with a report by the hakim of the Dashoguz velayat, D. Babayev, on the progress of agricultural work in the region's fields.

As noted, necessary measures are currently being taken to organize the cotton harvest and increase its pace, as well as to effectively operate combines and other machinery.

In addition, efforts are being made to ensure the quality of wheat sowing in the region to obtain good seedlings.

At the same time, care is being taken for winter crops and the harvested crops are being collected, as well as preparatory activities for rice harvesting.

It was reported on the preparation of the velayat for the winter heating season of social and cultural buildings and on the progress of construction under the National Rural Program of various facilities, which are planned for commissioning this year.

After hearing the report, the President of Turkmenistan instructed the hakim to take necessary measures to conduct wheat sowing in accordance with agrotechnical standards and to harvest cotton as quickly as possible and without losses.

The head of state also ordered to keep the quality of construction work on various facilities under the National Rural Program, planned for opening this year in the region, under constant control.

Then, the hakim of the Lebap velayat, M. Annanepesov, reported on the progress of seasonal campaigns, the agricultural activities being implemented to increase the pace and quality of the cotton harvest, as well as the proper use of combines in the fields, ensuring the uninterrupted operation of relevant enterprises and the timely delivery of the harvest to the state.

In addition, wheat sowing continues in the velayat in compliance with agrotechnical requirements. Everything necessary is being done to fully utilize special equipment. Vegetative irrigation is being carried out in the sown fields.

Guided by the tasks set by the head of state to ensure food abundance in the country, care is being taken for winter potatoes, vegetables, and other agricultural crops in the region, and the harvested crops are being collected. At the same time, preparations are underway for rice harvesting.

Information was provided on the preparatory work for the winter heating season of social and cultural buildings, as well as on the progress of construction of various facilities in accordance with the National Program of the President of Turkmenistan for the transformation of the social and living conditions of the population of villages, settlements, cities of etraps, and etrap centers for the period up to 2028, which are planned for commissioning this year.

After hearing the report, the head of state noted the importance of properly conducting seasonal campaigns, instructing to ensure strict compliance with agrotechnical standards during wheat sowing. Among the priority tasks, the President of the country identified the harvest of cotton without losses and as quickly as possible, instructing the hakim to keep the work in this direction under constant control.

It was also noted that the quality of construction of various facilities within the framework of the President of Turkmenistan's Program for the socio-economic development of the country for 2022–2028 and the National Rural Program, which are planned for opening this year, should be in the spotlight

Then, the hakim of the Mary velayat, B. Orazov, reported on the progress of seasonal agricultural work.

It was reported that steps are being taken in the region to harvest cotton without losses, to activate the cotton harvesting campaign, to effectively use agricultural machinery, and to ensure the uninterrupted transportation of the harvested crop to reception points and processing enterprises.

In addition, necessary measures are being taken in the velayat to conduct wheat sowing qualitatively and within the established deadlines, and irrigation is being carried out to obtain uniform seedlings.

Fieldwork continues for the care of winter potatoes, vegetables, and other agricultural crops, and the harvested crops are being collected. Inter-row processing, fertilization with mineral fertilizers, and vegetative irrigation are being carried out on the areas sown with sugar beets.

The hakim also reported on the ongoing preparation for the heating season of social and cultural buildings, as well as on the state of affairs at the construction sites of facilities planned for commissioning this year in accordance with the National Rural Program.

Summarizing the report, the head of state emphasized the importance of organizing the current seasonal agricultural work in accordance with agrotechnical requirements, giving specific instructions to the head of the velayat administration.

President Serdar Berdimuhamedov also instructed to control the quality of construction of various facilities planned for opening this year.

Then, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers T. Atahalliyev reported on the progress of seasonal agricultural campaigns being carried out in the country.

As reported, the cotton harvest continues, effective operation of agricultural machinery is ensured, and the uninterrupted transportation of the harvested crop to cotton processing enterprises is provided.

To ensure the quality of wheat sowing in the velayats, necessary measures are being taken to fully utilize special equipment and units, and to provide farmers with quality seeds. Irrigation of seedlings is being carried out in a timely manner.

According to the instructions of the President of Turkmenistan to further strengthen food abundance in the regions, work is being carried out in the velayats to care for winter food crops and to harvest the grown crops. Preparatory activities for rice harvesting are being carried out in the Dashoguz and Lebap velayats, and care for sugar beets is being carried out in the Mary velayat.

Summarizing the report, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasized the need to conduct current agricultural activities in accordance with agrotechnical standards and instructed the vice-premier to ensure control over the work in this direction.

Then, the head of state addressed the participants of the working meeting, emphasizing the importance of harvesting cotton without losses and conducting wheat sowing within the established deadlines, and instructed to keep an eye on the progress of the specified work.

President of Turkmenistan also gave a number of specific instructions regarding the care of winter crops in accordance with agrotechnical standards and the proper harvesting of the grown crops.

Summing up the working meeting via the digital system, the head of state wished the participants success in fulfilling the tasks set.

The Turkmen football club “Altyn Asyr” has announced free entry for fans to the upcoming match of the second round of the group stage of the AFC-2 Champions League against the Bahraini team “Al-Khaldiya”. The meeting will be held on October 2 at 19:00 at the “Ashgabat” stadium.

Let us remind that in the first round, “Altyn Asyr” lost away to the Iraqi club “Air Force” with a score of 1:2, and “Al-Khaldiya” lost on its home field to the Saudi Arabian “Al-Taawun” with a score of 2:3.

The “Al-Khaldiya” delegation arrived in Ashgabat on September 29 and has already held a training session at the arena of the upcoming match. Today, October 1, a press conference will be held with the participation of coaches and players of both teams, as well as an organizational meeting to prepare for the game.

It became known that the home team will go out to the match in blue uniforms, and the guests - in yellow.

The Turkmenistan U20 national football team lost to the Kyrgyzstan team with a score of 0:1 in the second round of the 2025 Asian Cup qualifying tournament.

The match, held In Bishkek, ended with a victory for the hosts thanks to the only goal scored from a penalty in the 62nd minute by Beknaz Almazbekov. However, the head coach of the Turkmen team Dovletmurad Annayev in a post-match interview called the referee’s decision to award a penalty a mistake and a key factor influencing the outcome of the match.

Fans on social networks also expressed doubt about the legality of the penalty, noting that the Turkmenistan team looked decent throughout the match. The confident play of the Turkmen team's goalkeeper Seyran Ashirov, who was close to parrying the shot, was especially noted.

In an interview with the Kyrgyz Sport TV channel after the match, Dovletmurad Annaev commented on the situation with restraint: “The referee decided so. I think this decision was wrong, but it was key. The game was equal, both teams had moments, but the decisive factor did not depend on us.” The coach also noted that the game of the Kyrgyz team generally met the expectations of the Turkmen team.

The next match of the Turkmen team will be held on September 29 against the Myanmar team. However, this match will no longer have much tournament significance, since both teams, having lost in the first two rounds, lost their chances to reach the final part of the 2025 Asian Cup.

In the silence of the sports hall, the dull thud of boxing gloves hitting the punching bag echoes. The sound grows, accelerates, as if beating to the rhythm of the champion's heart. Here, in the Turkmen Muay Thai, the legendary Orazmuhammed Byashimov forges a new generation of fighters, instilling in them not only technique but also the spirit of a winner that once led him to the world champion title.

Orazmuhammed Byashimov is a living legend of Turkmen sports. An honored master of sports of Turkmenistan, world champion in 2001, and World Cup champion in 2003 in kickboxing, he has journeyed from a young boxer to the head of the Turkmenistan Muay Thai Federation. His story is one of relentless labor, dedication to sports, and striving for the highest achievements.

The Path of a Champion

Byashimov began his sports journey as a thirteen-year-old teenager, joining a boxing section following his older brothers in 1986. His talent and perseverance quickly bore fruit: he became the champion of national and all-union boxing championships in 1990-1991, and the champion of the CS "Dynamo" in 1991. International recognition came to him in 1995 when he took second place at the International Class "A" Championship in Turkey and entered the top ten boxers in the world in the 60 kg weight category.

In 1999, Byashimov decided to try his hand at kickboxing, and this decision brought him worldwide fame. In 2001, he became the world champion, and in 2003, he won the World Cup champion title. His track record is impressive: a four-time silver medalist at world championships in Ireland, Austria, Italy, and the USA, and a three-time bronze medalist at world championships in Greece (twice) and France.

Coach and Mentor

Today, Orazmuhammed Byashimov is not just the head of the Turkmenistan Muay Thai Federation but also an active coach, working daily with young athletes. He leads the Ashgabat club "Combat Gloves," where he nurtures a new generation of champions.

His dedication to sports is bearing fruit. At the V Asian Indoor and Martial Arts Games in Turkmenistan, Byashimov's protégés won 11 medals: 2 gold, 1 silver, and 8 bronze. Turkmen athletes took third place in the team standings – an impressive result for a young team. "Honestly, during the preparation for the Asian Games, I didn't sleep at home at all. I was only with the guys," Byashimov says.

Inspiring the Young Generation

Byashimov's influence on young athletes cannot be overestimated. The athletes speak enthusiastically about Muay Thai and training under Orazmukhammed Byashimov's guidance.

"I really like everything here, I come to training with great pleasure," says the older brother, Islam Shamuhammedov. "I've been training for several months now, and I hope to soon participate in international tournaments, win gold like my coach, and make Turkmenistan famous worldwide."

Islam's words reflect the enthusiasm and high aspirations that Byashimov instills in his students. He not only teaches them fighting techniques but also inspires them to dream of great victories, following his own example.

The Champion's Philosophy

Byashimov believes in the talent of the Turkmen people and their natural predisposition to martial arts. "The Turkmen people are talented, Turkmen guys are talented," he says. "I think it's in the blood of the Turkmen people – to defend their 'self.' This is a big plus in sports, a very big plus."

But talent is just the foundation. The main thing, according to Byashimov, is hard work. "What can I say to the guys – let them train, let them work. They have to work hard while they are young. Kids should work hard in the literal sense, not play on their phones," he advises.

His own experience is the best confirmation of these words. "When I was training myself, I would hit 1,000, 1,500, 2,000 times. I would hit the same strike over and over," Byashimov recalls.

Looking to the Future

Today, under Orazmuhammed Byashimov's leadership, about 200 athletes are engaged in Muay Thai in Turkmenistan. The organization, established in December 2014, is actively developing. Muay Thai sports clubs operate in every velayat of the country.

Byashimov looks to the future with enthusiasm and supports the idea of including Muay Thai in the 2028 Olympic Games program. "I will be very happy. For our sport, these are great opportunities in the future," he says.

Orazmukhammed Byashimov continues his work, passing on his experience and knowledge to the younger generation. His son, a second-year student at the Turkmen State Institute of Physical Culture and Sports, Ibragim Byashimov, is already following in his father's footsteps, becoming a four-time champion of Turkmenistan in Muay Thai.

For many young athletes, Orazmuhammed Byashimov has become not just a coach but a second father. His dedication to sports, relentless work, and high achievements serve as an inspiration for hundreds of young Turkmen athletes dreaming of making their country famous on the international stage