The reason for the refusal to participate was a late invitation from the organizers. As Jumakadyrov noted, such invitations should be received at least three months in advance, preferably six months before the event.
This is not a boycott. It’s just impossible. Time is required for selecting horses, choosing 12 players, appointing coaches, and full preparation.
Samat Jumakadyrov
Additionally, during the same dates, a major republican tournament "Nooruz-2026" will be held in Kyrgyzstan, within which the selection for the national team for participation in the World Nomad Games, scheduled for this fall in Kyrgyzstan, will begin. The Federation emphasized that during such an important period, no team will be able to allocate the best players and horses for a trip to the neighboring country.
The second World Championship in kokpar will take place in Turkestan, where athletes from 10 countries will participate. Only national teams will compete in the tournament, and the total prize fund will amount to 30 million tenge.
