World Men's Boxing Championship kicked off in Baku
10:29, 26 September 2011
KU. September 26. KAZINFORM /Berik Khamidov/ A solemn opening ceremony of the XVI World Men's Boxing Championship took place on Sunday at the Heydar Aliyev Sports and Concert Complex in Baku enjoying the participation of President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev.
The Kazakh team consists of 16 boxers, our correspondent reports.
This year championship sets the attendance record for above 500 boxers will compete against the best in their division from around the world. Besides, it has a particular significance as the first major qualifying event for the London 2012 Olympic Games.