CIS Games: Azerbaijani sabre fencers win bronze medals

Azerbaijani fencers won two medals at the 3rd CIS Games.

Valentina Zeynalova and Zarifa Huseynova reached the semifinals and finished in third place, Caliber.Az reports via local media.

Both athletes lost to Russian competitors on their way to the final.

The 3rd CIS Games, taking place in Azerbaijan from September 28 to October 8, 2025, is the largest sporting event in the Commonwealth of Independent States. Thirteen countries are participating in the competition, including Azerbaijan, Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Türkiye, Kuwait, Oman, Pakistan, Armenia, and Turkmenistan, showcasing a range of sports and fostering regional camaraderie among participating nations.    

The total number of participants reaches 1,624 athletes competing in 23 sports.

By Khagan Isayev