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IMMAF European Medalists welcomed back in Azerbaijan by National Minister of Sports
Young amateur stars Bilal Alosmanov and Esmira Mammadova returned as heroes to their native Azerbaijan following an epic campaign at the 2024 IMMAF European Championships, in Serbia. Both athletes were welcomed by Mr. Farid Gayibov, Minister of Youth and Sports of Azerbaijan.
During the visit, which was also attended by the Azerbaijan MMA Federation president, Mr. Rovshan Gasanov, the athletes received congratulations for their performances at the premier amateur tournament in the European continent, as Ms. Mammadova won Gold Medal at the Women’s Featherweight Junior division while Mr. Alosmanov won Silver Medal at the Boys’ Flyweight division in the Youth A category.
‘’I congratulate our champions and express gratitude to Mr. Roshan Gasanov for this remarkable victory’’, said Mr. Gayibov.
In turn, Mr. Gasanov also spoke on the success of the small Azerbaijani team at the 2024 IMMAF European Championships but said the federation already has their eyes set on the next big tournaments in which there will be Azerbaijani representation.
Mr. Gasanov said he was hopeful of good performances in both the Youth World Championship, which takes place in Abu Dhabi, and the IMMAF Juniors and Seniors World Championships, in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
“Our teams are gearing up to deliver their best performance at the upcoming Youth World Championship in Abu Dhabi and Juniors and Seniors World Championship in Tashkent.”
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About IMMAF: Founded in 2012, the purpose of IMMAF is to further the development, recognition, and regulation of the sport of MMA (mixed martial arts), enabling amateur competition through the organization of national MMA federations around the world. With 132 national federation members and four confederations, IMMAF has advanced programs for the education and certification of MMA coaches, referees, and other technical officials. IMMAF delivers high-level championship events across the globe, providing athletes from 12-17 (Youth), 18-21 (Junior), and 21+ (Senior) crucial opportunities to learn and grow in a safe and fully regulated competitive environment. IMMAF is the only legitimate international governing body for MMA, approved by WADA, working to gain sport recognition and see MMA into the Olympic Games. https://immaf.org
