European "Sport Time" Publication Dedicates an Article to Akhal-Teke Horses

The Moldovan sports portal "sport-time.org" (the online version of the famous "Sport Time" magazine) published an article about Turkmenistan's "heavenly horses," calling them "a perfect sporting instrument created by nature itself." The publication notes that the Akhal-Teke horse is not just an aesthetic symbol, but a unique athlete whose endurance and noble appearance have been tempered in the sands of the Karakum Desert for centuries.

The publication's journalists highlight the exceptional smoothness of these horses' movements: due to their unique structure, it seems as if the horse is not running but gliding over the ground. The European outlet draws attention to the fact that in 2023, the Akhal-Teke horse-breeding art and traditions of decorating horses were officially inscribed on the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This solidified the breed's status in world culture.

"Sport Time" reminds readers of historical victories: from the legendary horse named Absent, who won a gold medal in dressage at the 1960 Rome Olympics, to the victories of Turkmen riders in the modern world. A special place in the article is given to the successes of the "Galkynysh" national equestrian games group. The publication notes a recent major triumph: in January 2025, the group won the highest award — the "Golden Gaetano" — at the 47th International Circus Festival in Monte Carlo. "The performance of the 'Galkynysh' group is not just training, but a dialogue at extreme speeds," writes "Sport Time."

The Akhal-Teke horse is known as a "one-owner horse," and the mutual trust shown by the performers as they execute complex trick riding maneuvers at a full gallop confirms the highest level of the Turkmen equestrian school. The publication also mentioned the World Nomad Games, where Akhal-Teke horses demonstrate not only beauty but also true combat skills — such as mounted archery and riding mastery — bringing dozens of gold medals to the Turkmenistan national team.