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At the third Anti-Doping Summit of Central and Eastern European countries in Santorini, with the participation of WADA and representatives of 26 countries, the use of AI for data analysis and test planning was discussed. Participants highlighted the risks: the same tools are available to rule violators, and athletes' search queries may later be used against them.
Bekzod NazarovOn October 27, the second Presidential Olympiad opened at the Olympic Village in Tashkent with the participation of more than 3,500 athletes from the regions. Shavkat Mirziyoyev announced an increase in prize money from 2027, annual scholarships, benefits for university admission, and the relocation of the Museum of Olympic Glory to the Olympic Village.
Aziz Karimov19-year-old Amir, who had been swimming since the age of seven, died during a training session at the Malikа pool in Nalchik. According to his mother, the young man went unnoticed underwater for about six minutes, and the ambulance was not called immediately. The family claims there were no medics or lifeguards at the facility; the pool continues to operate.
Otabek YusupovOn 7–8 November, Samarkand will host the Samarkand Marathon Series 2026. The programme includes races from 2 km to the full marathon, an inclusive start, a Kids Run, a lecture hall and a concert. More than 1,500 runners from 63 countries have registered; the marathon is traditionally charitable, and an environmental programme with plogging will also take place.
Otabek Yusupov1976 Olympic champion David Rigert died on October 26 at the age of 79 after a long illness. His death was announced by the Russian Weightlifting Federation. Rigert was a six-time world champion, the author of 63 world records, and later worked as a coach for the Soviet and Russian national teams.
Otabek YusupovThe Dakar Rally organizers have announced that the 2027 race will not be held in Saudi Arabia but in a different territory
Aziz KarimovA University of Michigan survey found that nearly half of parents of teenagers aged 13–17 reported their children consuming protein products over the past year. The German Nutrition Society (DGE) believes that healthy people, including athletes, do not need special protein supplements, and that excess protein can harm the kidneys and contribute to excess weight.
Aziz KarimovA solemn welcome ceremony was held for the Uzbekistan team returning from the Asian Para Games. It was attended by Senate Chairperson Tanzila Narbayeva, Sports Minister Adham Ikramov and other officials. According to Kun.uz, the team won 145 medals in 11 sports.
Otabek YusupovEuronews told the story of 15-year-old Azerbaijani gymnast Azada Atakishiyeva, who began competing in international tournaments at age five and dreams of becoming a strong gymnast in the senior category and bringing glory to her country.
Sevara AzamovaOn October 21, Uzbek para-athletes competed in six sports at the 5th Aichi-Nagoya-2026 Para Asian Games, winning 8 gold, 11 silver and 11 bronze medals. The team's total medal count reached 120.
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