Global Athletes Take on Türkiye’s Stunning Landscapes at Alanya Ultra Trail
Türkiye hosts an increasing number of top international events across a wide range of disciplines, attracting athletes and fans from around the world
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15 days until the Thailand — Turkmenistan match
On March 31, the national teams of Thailand and Turkmenistan will face each other in Thailand as part of the AFC Asian Cup Qualification
A Historic Comeback: Turkmenistan Team Chess Championship
The Turkmenistan Chess Federation announces the Turkmenistan Team Chess Championship, which will take place from March 22 to 28. This is a significant event in the history of national chess: a tournament of this kind is being held for the first time in several decades
The 2026 Winter Paralympics in Italy: key facts, figures, and a history of achievements
From March 6 to March 15, Italy will once again become the center of world sport as it hosts the XIV Winter Paralympic Games. The competitions will take place in Milan, Cortina d’Ampezzo, and Val di Fiemme
A Chess Club Dedicated to Legendary Grandmaster Karjakin Will Open in Ashgabat
Turkmenistan became the largest foreign delegation at the Russian Chess Crown international festival. The visit of Vepa Myalikgulyev, head of the national federation, to Moscow resulted in the signing of a Memorandum of Cooperation and the decision to open a school dedicated to the renowned chess player Sergey Karyakin in Ashgabat
Italy concludes the 2026 Winter Olympics with a grand show in Verona
The 2026 Winter Olympic Games officially concluded in Italy with a large-scale closing show. The Games made history thanks to their unique format of being held simultaneously in two cities — Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo — as well as the record number of medal events
Arkadag Lost to Al-Nasr in the Second leg of the 1/8 finals of the AFC Champions League 2
In the second leg of the 1/8 finals of the AFC Champions League 2, Saudi Arabia's Al-Nasr defeated Turkmenistan's Arkadag 1-0 at home, taking the aggregate lead to 2-0
2026 Snowboard World Cup: Erzurum Becomes Winter Capital for Tourists and Athletes
In March 2026, Türkiye's Palandöken will host a Snowboard World Cup stage, bringing together 300 of the planet's strongest athletes. In addition to the major competitions, guests can look forward to the Frozen music festival and the unique attractions of ancient Erzurum
The Russian Chess Crown and Samarkand – The Turkmenistan Team Begins its Olympic Campaign
The Higher League of the Turkmenistan Chess Championship concluded in Ashgabat. While the final round marked the end of the season for most of the participants, for the winners, it was only the beginning of a long international marathon. The tournament formed the core of the national team, which in just a few days will defend its country's honor at the prestigious "Russian Chess Crown" festival in the Moscow region
Ronaldo Takes Part in Al-Nassr’s Preparation for Match Against Arkadag
Portuguese forward Cristiano Ronaldo took part in a training session of Saudi club Al-Nassr ahead of the AFC Champions League Two Round of 16 match against Turkmenistan’s Arkadag
The Favorites for the National Chess Team Have Been Determined in Ashgabat
The first round of the Turkmenistan Chess Championship's Higher League has concluded in Ashgabat. Seven intense rounds have been completed, which not only determined the favorites but also tied the knots of intrigue that the grandmasters will have to unravel in the decisive second round
Almaty Officially Confirmed as Host of the 2029 Asian Winter Games
A contract signing ceremony for the 10th Asian Winter Games was held in Milan. According to the document, Almaty has been officially confirmed as the host city of the 2029 Asian Winter Games
Turkmenistan Chess Premier League: Full List of Participants and the Battle for Olympic Spots
The main chess tournament of the year — the Turkmenistan Championship Premier League — has kicked off in Ashgabat. The competition is being held at a specialized chess and checkers school and will run until February 11
A New President of the Olympic Council of Asia Was Elected in Tashkent
Among the priority areas, he highlighted strengthening solidarity and the development of sport in Asia, supporting sporting achievements, promoting the principles of good governance, responsibly implementing innovations, and ensuring the sustainability, inclusiveness, and transparency of OCA events and programs
A Generational Shift at the Chess Olympus: Results of the First League of the Turkmenistan Championship
One of the most important tournaments on the national chess calendar has concluded in Ashgabat — the First League of the Turkmenistan Chess Championship
