Kalmyk athlete wins silver at the Russian Hand-to-Hand Combat Championship

The championship was held in St. Petersburg, Russia

A sportswoman from Kalmykia, a republic in southern Russia, won a silver medal in the Russian Hand-to-Hand Combat Championship. The championship was held in St. Petersburg on November 25-27, 2022, and brought together more than 400 athletes from all over Russia.

The Kalmyk athlete, Alina Demyanova, won the silver medal in the women's 60 kg weight class

Demyanova is a 22-year-old student at the Kalmyk State University. She has been training in hand-to-hand combat for 10 years and is a member of the Russian national team.

In the final, Demyanova lost to her opponent, a more experienced athlete from the Moscow region. However, she was still very happy with her performance, saying that she had done her best and that she was proud of her silver medal.

Demyanova's success is a great achievement for Kalmykia. It is the first time that an athlete from the republic has won a medal at the Russian Hand-to-Hand Combat Championship.

Hand-to-hand combat is a popular sport in Russia

Hand-to-hand combat is a combat sport that involves striking, grappling, and ground fighting. It is a popular sport in Russia, and there are many hand-to-hand combat clubs throughout the country.

The Russian Hand-to-Hand Combat Championship is one of the most prestigious hand-to-hand combat competitions in the world. It is held annually in St. Petersburg, and it attracts the best athletes from all over Russia.

Demyanova's success is a testament to her hard work and dedication

Demyanova's success is a testament to her hard work and dedication. She has trained for many years to reach this level, and she has made many sacrifices along the way.

Demyanova is a role model for young athletes in Kalmykia. She shows that anything is possible if you set your mind to it and work hard.