IBA to Award Olympic Silver Medalist Munarbek Seyitbek Uulu $25,000
Kyrgyzstani boxer Munarbek Seyitbek uulu has an exciting reward awaiting him following his impressive performance at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. The International Boxing Federation (IBA) has announced that Seyitbek uulu, who won a silver medal at the Games, will be receiving $25,000 in prize money.
This monetary reward is part of the IBA’s initiative to recognize and support athletes who excel in the sport of boxing. In addition to the $25,000 awarded to Seyitbek uulu, another $25,000 will be divided equally between his coach and the National Boxing Federation of Kyrgyzstan.
It is important to note that athletes must successfully pass anti-doping test procedures in order to receive their prize money from the IBA. This measure ensures that fair play and integrity are maintained in the sport.
Seyitbek uulu’s journey to the silver medal at the Paris Olympics was marked by impressive victories over top competitors from Cuba, the United States, and Bulgaria. In the final, he faced off against Abdumalik Khalokov from Uzbekistan, ultimately finishing in second place.
The IBA, which was established in 1920 and is composed of National Boxing Federations from around the world, aims to promote and develop the sport of boxing globally. Despite losing its recognition from the International Olympic Committee in 2019, the IBA continues to support athletes and organize competitions at various levels.
Congratulations to Munarbek Seyitbek uulu on his well-deserved achievement, and we look forward to seeing more success from him in the future.
