The National Paralympic Committee of Uzbekistan’s athletes have achieved a groundbreaking outcome at the World Para Athletics Championship

The 2019 World Para Athletics Championship, held in Kobe, Japan from May 15th, has concluded.
In a competition with over 1000 para-athletes from 103 countries, the Uzbekistan national team has won a total of 13 medals, including 7 gold, 4 silver, and 2 bronze, placing 3rd overall.
This is a remarkable accomplishment, especially compared to their 10th and 9th place finishes in previous world championships, showcasing significant improvement and dedication to their sport.
Additionally, Nurkhan Gurbanova and Asila Mirzayorova have broken world records in their respective events, demonstrating their exceptional talents and setting new standards for para-athletics, inspiring future generations.
These victories are a direct result of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev’s unwavering support and attention to the Paralympic movement, which has played a crucial role in the success of our athletes.
We proudly present our para-athletes, champions of the World Championship:
Gold:
– Qudratullakhan Marufkhojayev (ball thrower)
– Qudratullakhan Marufkhojayev (discus thrower)
– Khusniddin Norbekov (ball thrower)
– Nurkhan Kurbanova (javelin thrower)
– Asila Mirzayorova (long jump)
– Yakutkhan Kholbekova (long jump)
– Safia Burkhanova (shot put)
Silver:
– Boburjon Omonov (ball thrower)
– Dilafruz Ahmadkhanova (ball thrower)
– Kubaro Hakimova (shot put)
– Mohigul Hamdamova (discus thrower)
Bronze:
– Marufjon Murodullayev (400 meter run)
– Nurkhan Kurbanova (ball thrower)
We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to our sports enthusiasts, athletes, coaches, and nation. Your unwavering support and belief in our athletes have been crucial in this historic achievement. Here’s to more victories and triumphs in the future!
Javokhir Tashkhojayev, UzA