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Welcoming a Champion to the FIAS Athletes’ Commission:

The FIAS Athletes’ Commission welcomes one of the most decorated modern sambo athletes, Artem Ivanovich Osipenko, to its ranks. Being elected to the Commission marks a new stage in representing athletes’ interests at the international level. Artem Osipenko a living legend in the world of sambo. One of the most decorated athletes in the history of combat sports. He holds 10 world championship titles, as well as victories at the European Games and World Cups. In 2023, his outstanding contribution to the development of the sport was recognized at the state level with the Order “For Merit to the Fatherland,” 1st Class.

His career exemplifies professionalism and dedication to the sport. He currently holds a higher education degree in physical education.

As a member of the Athletes’ Commission, Artem has a clear and practical goal: to create the most comfortable and fair conditions for athletes during international competitions.

Artem’s motto is “Train. Love your country.” He considers hard work to be his main “superpower” and the key to success—a quality he hopes all young sambo wrestlers develop.

🌿 Holy Week is one of the most important religious celebrations in Latin America, bringing millions of people together in faith and tradition.
✝️ Over 500 million people in the region see it as a time of reflection, culture, and unity.
🙏 Traditions, processions, and family make these days truly meaningful.
✨ May this Easter bring peace, renewal, and hope to every home.

🌿 Semana Santa es una de las celebraciones religiosas más importantes de Latinoamérica, uniendo a millones de personas en fe y tradición.
✝️ Más de 500 millones de personas en la región la viven como un tiempo de reflexión, cultura y unión.
🙏 Procesiones, tradiciones y familia hacen de estos días un momento especial en toda la región.
✨ Que esta Semana Santa traiga paz, renovación y esperanza a cada hogar.

Nauryz is an ancient holiday of spring, renewal, and harmony that unites many peoples.
🌱 It is celebrated by Kazakhs, Uzbeks, Kyrgyz, Tajiks, Turkmens, and other peoples of Central Asia, as well as in Iran, Azerbaijan, and several Eastern countries. For everyone, it symbolizes the beginning of a new year, unity with nature, and respect for ancestral traditions. On this day, people set a generous dastarkhan (tablecloth), prepare nauryz-kozhe (a traditional traditional food), visit relatives, forgive offenses, and wish each other peace and prosperity. ✨
🌸May Nauryz bring warmth, prosperity, and positive changes to every home!

Наурыз — древний праздник весны, обновления и гармонии, который объединяет многие народы 🌱
Его отмечают казахи, узбеки, кыргызы, таджики, туркмены и другие народы Центральной Азии, а также в Иране, Азербайджане и ряде стран Востока. Для каждого он символизирует начало нового года, единство с природой и уважение к традициям предков.
В этот день люди накрывают щедрый дастархан, готовят наурыз-көже, навещают родных, прощают обиды и желают друг другу мира и благополучия ✨
Пусть Наурыз принесёт тепло, достаток и добрые перемены в каждый дом! 🌸

Dear ladies, May your strength, character, and beauty always be with you, like a perfect Sambo throw. We wish you good health, brilliant victories on the mat and in life, confidence in every move, and the support of your loved ones.
May every training session bring joy, every fight bring experience, and every victory a reason to be proud!
Happy International Women’s Day, full of strength and inspiration! 🌸

Дорогие девушки, пусть ваша сила, характер и красота всегда идут рядом.
Желаем крепкого здоровья, ярких побед на ковре и в жизни, уверенности в каждом движении и поддержки близких.
Пусть каждая тренировка приносит радость, каждая схватка — опыт, а каждая победа — гордость!
С праздником весны, силы и вдохновения! 🌸

Please welcome Brad Fernando Flores Hernández to the FIAS Athletes Commission.

A proud representative of Honduras, Brad is a full-time student at the National Universityof Honduras, currently studying for a University Technician degree in Flight Operations. Alongside his academic journey, he serves as Secretary of NSF and has competed across multiple martial arts disciplines including Judo, BJJ, and Kyokushin Karate.

In Sambo, Brad has earned bronze medals at continental championships in Sport, Combat, and Beach Sambo — a testament to his versatility and resilience. Inspired by Fedor Emelianenko, he believes that discipline and relentless effort can take you far. His personal superpower? Never giving up and always giving his best.

Brad has actively contributed to the growth of Sambo in Honduras through children’s classes, educational outreach programs in public and private institutions, and ongoing work introducing Sambo within the military sector. His mission within the Commission is to strengthen athlete representation and support the continued development of Sambo throughout the Pan-American region.
Brad carries a powerful message for Sambists everywhere: “Sambo changes lives.”