Dakar:Baku Azerbaijani boxer Gular Huseynova clinched a silver medal at the Dakar 2026 Summer Youth Olympic Games. Competing in the 51kg weight category, Huseynova reached the final, where she faced Venezuelan boxer Grenyellis Garcia and finished in second place.

According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, Huseynova's achievement marks a significant milestone as she becomes the first Azerbaijani female boxer to win a medal at the Youth Summer Olympic Games.

This accomplishment continues Azerbaijan's tradition of success in boxing at the Youth Olympics. Previously, Azerbaijani male boxers have earned various medals, including one gold, two silver, and one bronze.