Kyrgyzstan's Teen Girls Dare to Compete in the Dangerous Sport of Kok-Boru

Kok-boru is a traditional Kyrgyz equestrian game similar to polo, known for its physical danger and high injury risk. A group of teenage girls decided to compete in the sport, which has long been dominated by men, challenging deeply rooted social norms. Their story highlights the broader struggle for equal access to sport in Kyrgyzstan.