People and countries participating in the 2026 Nomad Games
The 2026 Nomad Games in Kyrgyzstan promise to be one of the largest ethnic sports events in the world. More and more countries are confirming their participation, and the number of athletes is growing with each season. In this article, we will take a detailed look at which countries are coming, who is representing the teams, who are the bright stars of ethnic sports, and what significance international participation has for the development of the Games.
Which countries are participating in the 2026 Nomad Games
The Nomad Games have long ceased to be a purely regional event. Today, it is an international platform that brings together countries from Asia, Europe, the Middle East, America, and even Africa.
As a rule, countries with strong traditions of equestrian and ethno-sports disciplines confirm their participation:
- Central Asia (Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan)
- Mongolia
- Turkey
- Azerbaijan
- Hungary
- Russia
- Middle Eastern countries
- Teams from Europe and North America
Some countries are returning participants, while others are appearing at the Nomad Games for the first time, demonstrating a growing interest in ethnic sports.
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Medal Table 2024 (Top 10)
| Rank | Country | Gold | Silver | Bronze | Total Medals |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kazakhstan | 43 | 32 | 37 | 112 |
| 2 | Kyrgyzstan | 19 | 21 | 25 | 65 |
| 3 | Russia | 12 | 12 | 25 | 49 |
| 4 | Uzbekistan | 11 | 12 | 11 | 34 |
| 5 | Turkey | 2 | 2 | 2 | 6 |
| 6 | Iran | 1 | 3 | 9 | 13 |
| 7 | Hungary | 1 | 2 | 5 | 8 |
| 8 | Turkmenistan | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 |
| 9 | Romania | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| 10 | Poland | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
Data sourced from the internet and the official World Nomad Games website.
General Statistics by Year
| Year | Participating Countries | Total Medal Sets / Medals (if known) |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 19 countries | 30 medal sets (109 medals) |
| 2016 | 62 countries | 79 medal sets (111 gold, 111 silver, 165 bronze) |
| 2018 | 82 countries | Detailed public data not available |
| 2022 | 102 countries | Detailed public data not available |
| 2024 | 89 countries | 100+ medal sets, medals distributed by country (see table above) |
Data sourced from the internet and the official World Nomad Games website.
