An Open Baku Championship in rowing, canoeing, and kayaking will be held on June 18.
According to sea-news.az the event is being jointly organized by the Baku City Youth and Sports Department and the Azerbaijan Water Sports Federation.
The competition will take place on Baku Boulevard, in front of the Azerbaijan Water Sports Federation building, near the “Surakhani” Ship Museum.
Around 100 athletes from Baku and Mingachevir are expected to participate. Competitors will compete in three age categories: 2008–2009, 2010–2011, and 2012–2013, with separate events for boys and girls.
The championship will feature:
- Single sculls in rowing and canoeing,
- Single and double kayaks in kayaking.
All races will be held over a distance of 500 meters.
The winners will be awarded medals and diplomas.
The main objectives of the Open Baku Championship are to assess the athletes level of preparation, enhance competitive spirit, and support the development of young talents in water sports.
