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Nazarbayev gives start to Equestrian World Cup stage in Astana

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16:16 04.07.2012
text: Kazinform
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Kazakh President Nursultan Nazarbayev has visited the capital's hippodrome, which hosted the Equestrian World Cup stage - "The Kazakh President's Cup," the Presidential press service said.

The Head of State gave the official start to the equestrian tournament of a high international level. The competitions were held in the classic disciplines: overcoming obstacles and distance running.

Sportsmen from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Georgia, Armenia, Russia, Ukraine, Moldova and India participated in the event.

Holding such international events gives a powerful impetus to the development of equestrian sport in Kazakhstan. Thanks to these tournaments, our country has become one of the centers of the world of equestrian sports.