Athletes and trainees from Gomel Oblast, who became medalists at the 25th Summer Deaflympics that took place in Tokyo, Japan, on 15-26 November, were honored in their home city of Gomel on the Sozh River. Approximately 3,000 participants with hearing impairments from over 70 countries competed for victory. Belarusian athletes won 12 medals. Athletes and trainees from the southeastern region contributed 7 medals to Belarus’ tally: 2 gold, 3 silver, and 2 bronze.Pictured: Gomel Oblast Governor Ivan Krupko during the ceremony to honor the atheletes.
