Acting President Mamytov congratulates Shevchenko on defense her UFC champion title

Bishkek, Nov. 22, 2020. /Kabar/. Acting President of Kyrgyzstan, Speaker of the Kyrgyz Parliament Talant Mamytov congratulated UFC Flyweight Champion Valentina Shevchenko on defending her title at the UFC 255 tournament held in Las Vegas, the Kyrgyz president’s press service reported. "All Kyrgyzstanis were looking forward to your fight and worried throughout the bout. You are the pride of Kyrgyzstan and thanks to you, the flag of the country has once again risen high on the world sports arena. The way to the championship is laid through hard work and effort. I also take this opportunity to congratulate your sister Antonina on winning the same tournament. I am sure that you will continue to glorify Kyrgyzstan far beyond its borders. I wish you strong health, well-being and new bright victories in your professional sports career,” the acting president’s congratulations say. Kyrgyzstani Valentina Shevchenko defeated Jennifer Maia at the UFC 255 tournament in Las Vegas on Nov. 21. Her sister - Antonina Shevchenko has also won over Ariane Lipski.