Nurlan Akurpekov: «Our boxers will not disappoint their fans at the President’s Cupу»
19 may, 2018
The tournament will be held from 5 to 11 of June in Astana.
Head coach of «Astana Arlans» in the interview to the official website of Kazakhstan Boxing Federation commented on the Republic of Kazakhstan President’s Cup.
- The President’s Cup will start soon. What do you think how this tournament will be?
- This tournament will play a primary role prior to the Asian Games in Indonesia. Much will depend on Kazakhstan boxers’ performance. Then the main line-up will be selected for the continental tournament. I expect the strong competition there. I have no doubts that our boxers’ main objective is a successful participation as representing your country is a great privilege.
- Can our team take the 1st all teams place?
- Yes, of course. We will be participating at home and in front of our fans and we will do our best to not disappoint them.
- 15 countries will attend this tournament. May we say about growing of the President’s Cup?
- Yes, we may. No less 18-20 countries usually participate at «A» class tournaments. 15 countries show that the President’s Cup is one of the leading events for preparation of different countries boxers.