The World Nomad Games in Astana provide an opportunity for talented young athletes like 11-year-old Razvan Andrei Mucica to showcase their skills and share their passion for intellectual sports with the world. The World Nomad Games continue in the city of Astana, which has become an important event not only for Kazakhstan but for the entire world. One of the most inspiring participants in the Togyz Kumalak competition is the 11-year-old athlete from Romania, Razvan Andrei Mucica.
He was introduced to the game of Togyz Kumalak just a year ago when he was in the 4th grade. From the moment he first encountered this ancient game, he was captivated by its strategic depth and intellectual challenge. A sport based on tactics and memory immediately attracted the boy, who began practicing and developing his skills.
In Romania, UNESCO is actively promoting this intellectual game, and one of the initiatives was introducing Togyz Kumalak lessons in schools. It was at Andrei’s school where various games and workshops were held, allowing him not only to learn but also to inspire his classmates. According to the young athlete, 10 of his classmates also support his passion and enthusiastically participate in these sporting activities.
By the way, Andrei participated in the Togyz Kumalak World Championship, which was held in Almaty. Considering his short training period, achieving 4th place in such a significant competition was a true success, which he views as a great result.
According to his teacher, Balint Claudia-Crina, the UNESCO project for teaching Togyz Kumalak now covers many schools in Romania and already involves more than 60,000 children.
“Every month, the school hosts open classes for parents where they can participate in competitions and get to know this wonderful game more closely. This event becomes a real celebration, and it can be compared to the Nomad Games, where family and community come together around sports and culture,” the teacher shared.
Editor: Kamran Raja