Wounded Georgian soldiers gained 38 medals in California
Wounded Georgian soldiers gained 38 medals in California

According to the “Voice of America”, 12 wounded soldiers of the Georgian Armed Forces took part in the 2019 championship of the Marine Corps in California.

Seven countries represented about 200 participants competed in eight types of sports. Tournaments started on March 2 and ended on March 9.

According to “Voice of America”, Georgian soldiers gained 38 medals, including 20 gold, 10 silver and 8 bronze medals. Georgian sportsmen took part in seven tournaments. In the basketball final they defeated the American team and became champions of the year. They also participated in archery, swim, rowing, wheelchair race, cycling and target shooting.