Days of Azerbaijan have been held in Palembang, Indonesia, which is hosting the third Islamic Solidarity Games in September 22 to October 2. The event was arranged by the organizing committee of the next Islamic Solidarity Games due in Baku in 2017.A video message of Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev was shown at the event. In his message, the President thanked the supporters of Azerbaijan's bid and assured that Azerbaijan will spare no effort to make sportsmen and tourists feel at home and organize one of the best Games in history.Azerbaijan was chosen as a host country for the fourth Islamic Solidarity Games, due from June 23 to July 2, 2017. The Games will bring together athletes from 57 countries and will be held under the slogan "Solidarity is our power".Azerbaijan has always supported the Islamic Solidarity Games. According to President Aliyev, Azerbaijan backs positive trends related to cooperation, partnership and unity in the Muslim world."We are proud that Baku was elected the capital of Islamic culture in 2009 and Azerbaijan's other ancient city of Nakhchivan will become the capital of Islamic culture in 2018," he said.The President noted that Azerbaijan is a rapidly developing country. President Aliyev attributed Azerbaijan's winning bid to its world's fastest growing economy in the last ten years.President Aliyev said Azerbaijan's economy has tripled in the last ten years and "we have invested heavily in infrastructure, including the sports one."The President assured that visitors and participants will be provided with the best conditions and services.Azerbaijan has gained tremendous experience in hosting important international contests, including world and European championships. In particular, Baku has been elected the first capital to host European Olympic Games in 2015.President Aliyev said Azerbaijan is one of the world's capitals of multicultural and civilization dialogue.The Azerbaijani leader said that the country is protecting and restoring its historical and religious monuments. Aliyev mentioned that the Shamakhi Juma mosque, one of the ancient mosques of the world, which was built in 743, was commissioned this year after major overhaul.The President expressed confidence that the Games would be a significant step for strengthening unity and solidarity among nations."I am sure that the Baku 2017 Islamic Solidarity Games will be the Games of unity, brotherhood and friendship," he added.The Days of Azerbaijan were attended by the presidents and secretary generals of the National Olympic Committees of 46 countries, the administration of the Islamic Solidarity Sports Federation, officials of the Organizing Committee of the current Games and the Indonesian government.Attendees hailed Azerbaijan`s sports achievements and voiced confidence that Baku will organize the 4th Islamic Solidarity Games perfectly.The event showed videos and photo stands featuring the Azerbaijani culture and history of sports as well as sports facilities.At the ongoing Islamic Solidarity Games, Azerbaijani athletes so far rank seventh in the medal table with 13 medals, including four gold, six silver and three bronze medals.On September 26, four more medals were gained by Azerbaijani athletes. Afgan Bayramov won silver in weightlifting for Azerbaijan in the 77kg category with scores of 320kg, 138kg in clean and jerk and 182kg in snatch.Another Azerbaijani weightlifter, Namig Jalilov, vying in the 85kg category, lifted a total of 328kg (151kg in clean and jerk and 177kg in snatch) to claim a bronze medal.Azerbaijani swimmer Boris Kirillov claimed men's 200 m gold in backstroke.Weightlifter Intigam Zairov weighing around 94kg lifted a total of 365kg (165kg in snatch and 200kg in clean and jerk) to win a silver medal.54 athletes competing in nine disciplines represent Azerbaijan at the third Islamic Solidarity Games in such sports as athletics, weightlifting, karate, taekwondo, badminton, tennis, archery, swimming, and wushu.The Islamic Solidarity Games is a multinational, multi-sport event involving the elite athletes of the Organization of the Islamic Cooperation (OIC), which is the second largest inter-governmental organization after the UN with 57 member states spread over four continents.Repoted by Nigar Orujova
Azerbaijani athlete Afgan Bayramov won a silver medal at the III Islamic Solidarity Games, in weightlifting in the weight category up to 77 kg with a score of 320 kg, the press service of Azerbaijani Ministry of Youth and Sports told Trend on ThursdayThe III Islamic Solidarity Games are being held in the Indonesian city of Palembang.Afgan Bayramov lifted 138 kg in the snatch and 182 kg in the clean and jerk. Another Azerbaijani weightlifter Namig Jalilov, in the weight category up to 85 kg, won a bronze medal. Jalilov lifted 151 kg in the snatch and 177 kg in the clean and jerk and held third place with a total score of 328 kg.Thus, the number of medals won by Azerbaijani sportsmen has reached 11, including three gold, five silver and three bronze medals.In the overall standings Azerbaijani team holds sixth place.
Azerbaijani karateka, Niyazi Aliyev weighing in at 67 kg won silver medal at the 3rd Islamic Solidarity Games in Palembang, Indonesia on Wednesday (25-9).Aliyev`s silver is the fourth medal of Azerbaijan`s haul at the Games. Azerbaijan now has two gold and two silver medals in the overall medal table. Yesterday, On Tuesday (24-9) Azerbaijani karateka have garnered 4 medals, including 2 golds. Gold medals came from Aykhan Mammadov weighing in at 84kg and Rafael Aghayev at 75kg.
Other Azerbaijani karateka, Shahin Atamov and Niyazi Aliyev won silver medals in the over 84kg and 67kg divisions respectively.Azerbaijani karate Aykhan Mammadov weighing in at 84kg claimed gold medal. It was Azerbaijan`s first gold at the tournament.
Azerbaijani karate fighter Aykhan Mamayev won a first medal for the Azerbaijani team at the Islamic Solidarity Games being held in Palembang, Indonesia from September 22 to October 2.
54 athletes competing in nine disciplines represent Azerbaijan at the third Islamic Solidarity Games in such sports as athletics, weightlifting, karate, taekwondo, badminton, tennis, archery, swimming, and wushu.
Mamayev, who is vying in the 84 kg weight bracket, claimed the first gold medal at the Games on September 23, surpassing athletes from Iraq, Libya and Egypt.
Another gold medal was brought to Azerbaijan by karate fighter Rafael Agayev, weighing around 75 kg.
Two silver medals have already been won by the national team's karate fighters Niyazi Aliyev, weighing around 67 kg, and Shahin Atamov, competing in the 75 kg weight category.
The Azerbaijani team consists of outstanding athletes, including Hayle Ibrahimov, Layes Adbullayeva, Intiqam Zairov, Sardar Hasanov, Silvia Angelova, Zulfuqar Suleymanov, Radik Isayev, Gunay Agakishiyeva, Rafael Agayev, Shahin Atamov, and Aykhan Mamayev.
European weightlifting champion Intiqam Zairov was a flag-bearer for Azerbaijan at the opening ceremony, which was attended by over 50 Azerbaijani team participants, on September 22.
Azerbaijan was chosen as a host country for the fourth Islamic Solidarity Games, due from June 23 to July 2, 2017. The Games will bring together athletes from 57 countries and will be held under the slogan "Solidarity is our power".
The Islamic Solidarity Games is a multinational, multi-sport event involving the elite athletes of the Organization of the Islamic Cooperation (OIC), which is the second largest inter-governmental organization after the UN with 57 member states spread over four continents.
The first of the ISG tournaments was held in 2005 in Saudi Arabia with an Olympic-style competition aimed at showing Muslim sports prowess andfeaturing 6,000 athletes.
The second event, originally scheduled to take place in October 2009 in Iran, and later re-scheduled for April 2010, was cancelled after a dispute emerged between Iran and the Arab countries.
By Nigar Orujova
Team Malaysia’s badminton men’s team too strong for Azerbaijan with a 5-0 win, the Islamic Solidarity Games (ISG) III 2013, Palembang in South Sumatra.
Match took place on the field two Sports Hall Dempo Jakabaring Sport City Complex (JSC) Palembang, on Monday, the son of Malaysia’s badminton team too strong for Azerbaijan which only lowers the four players who registered with the committee. single player
Malaysia comprising Goh Giap Chim, Mohd Nur Azriyin bin Ayub, and Yee Chong Huan, too strong for single player Azerbaijan, namely Musayep Karim, Rzayep Right, and Rasulov Hurai.
At first single beat Malaysia Goh Giap Chim first single Musayep Azerbaijan Karim ; 21-5 and 21-2.
Second single Malaysian Ayub Nur Mohd Bin Azriyin Rzayep Right ahead of 21-8 and 21-7. Third-party single Malaysian Yee Chong Huan easy win over Rasulov Hurai with a score of 21-4 and 21-2.
Malaysian men’s doubles Low Juan Shen – Tan Kiang Meng won two straight sets of pairs Abbasov of Azerbaijan Teymur – Musayep Karim 21-4 and 21-12.
Two Malaysian men’s doubles Yew Hong Khen – HEG Nelson Wei Keat win over Azerbaijan couples Rasulov Turai – Rzayep Right, 21-8 and 21 – 8.
53 athletes competing in nine disciplines will represent Azerbaijan at the third Islamic Games to be held in Indonesia from Sept 22 until Oct 2.
The national team will join such sports as athletics, weightlifting, karate, taekwondo, badminton, tennis, archery, swimming, and wushu.
The Azerbaijani team will consist of outstanding athletes, including Hayle Ibrahimov, Layes Adbullayeva, Intiqam Zairov, Sardar Hasanov, Silvia Angelova, Zulfuqar Suleymanov, Radik Isayev, Gunay Agakishiyeva, Rafael Agayev, Shahin Atamov, and Aykhan Mamayev.
The national team will try to bring home as many medals as possible, especially since Azerbaijan was chosen as a host country for the fourth Islamic Solidarity Games due from June 23 to July 2, 2017.
The Games, which will bring together athletes from 57 countries, will be held under the slogan "Solidarity is our power". More than 160 Azerbaijani sportsmen will participate in the Games. The Muslim religion of all athletes is not a pre-condition for participation in the competition.
The Islamic Solidarity Games is a multinational, multi-sport event involving the elite athletes of the Organization of the Islamic Cooperation (OIC), which is the second largest inter-governmental organization after the UN with 57 member states spread over four continents.
The first of the ISG tournaments was held in 2005 in Saudi Arabia with an Olympic-style tournament aimed at showing Muslim sports prowess and featuring 6,000 athletes.
Azerbaijan gained four gold, four silver and seven bronze medals at the first ISG, thus becoming the eighth country in the medal table.
The second event, originally scheduled to take place in October 2009 in Iran, and later re-scheduled for April 2010, was cancelled after a dispute emerged between Iran and the Arab countries..
