Azerbaijan Reveals Flag Bearers for 3rd CIS Games Opening Ceremony

Asiman Gurbanli is among the most decorated athletes participating in the Games. He is a three-time European champion, winner of the 2nd European Games 2019 and the 3rd Islamic Solidarity Games, as well as a silver medalist at the 2011 World Championships, The Caspian Post reports.

Zemfira Hasanzade is a bronze medalist at the European Championships in Olympic weight categories and a youth European champion.

The opening ceremony of the 3rd CIS Games will be held on September 28, while the closing ceremony is set for October 8 in Ganja. Competitions will take place across 12 sports venues in Ganja, Yevlakh, Mingachevir, Gabala, Shaki, Goygol, and Khankendi.