BAKU: Athletics competitions were recently conducted among servicemen in Azerbaijan as part of the Land Forces’ training plan for 2024, the Ministry of Defense announced. The event aimed to enhance the physical fitness of military personnel through a series of athletic challenges.

According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, the competitions involved six teams comprising 59 servicemen from various army corps, formations, and independent units. The events were held under international regulations and included diverse categories such as distance running, crossbar pull-ups, lifting a flip on the crossbar, and relay races.

The competitions were overseen by officers from the physical training and sports unit of the Land Forces, who served as referees to ensure fair play. The Ministry of Defense emphasized that these competitions are part of a broader effort to improve the physical capabilities of its servicemen. The winners of the events were recognized with cups and medals, acknowledging their achievements and de
dication.