Kazakhstani karate athletes Moldir Zhanbyrbai and Bella Samasheva have clinched top honors at the WKF Karate tournament in Turkey's Karate1 Premier League - Antalya 2024.
Moldir Zhanbyrbai emerged as the tournament champion in the 50kg category, with her final opponent, Venezuelan Salazar Yorgelis, unable to compete due to injury. Zhanbyrbai secured victories against opponents from Italy, Algeria, and Portugal on her path to victory.
Meanwhile, Bella Samasheva triumphed over Italian Lallo Violla in the tournament final. Another Kazakhstani karateka, Sofia Berultseva, secured third place after defeating competitors from Portugal and England.
The tournament, which featured around 400 fighters from 60 countries, showcased the skill and determination of these Kazakh athletes on the international stage. Their impressive performances have brought pride and recognition to Kazakhstan in the world of karate.
