Kazakh Olympic medalists returned
home from the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. Among them was Nurbek Oralbay, who
secured a silver medal in boxing. A festive atmosphere reigned at Astana
airport, where Kazakh citizens warmly welcomed the athlete with flags, banners,
songs, and well-wishes. Oralbay admitted that he had hoped to win a gold medal.
«This was my first Olympics and
it was certainly challenging, as the opponents were strong. Of course, all
athletes participate in the Olympics to win, not to lose, and make every effort
to show great results. I hoped to win a gold medal but ended up with second
place. But I believe I will do my best at the next Olympic Games,» Oralbay
said.
Meanwhile, hundreds of fans,
along with family members and friends, welcomed Kazakh boxer Nazym Kyzaibay with
applause and songs at Almaty airport. She won a bronze medal at the 2024 Summer
Olympics after reaching the semifinals in the women’s 50-kilogram weight
category.
