Darya Tsibriy, a student at Stavropol State Agrarian University, won a gold medal and became the winner of the Russian Cup in hand‑to‑hand combat. At the prestigious all‑Russian competitions, the athlete demonstrated a high level of technical and tactical training, willpower, and an unyielding character, winning three matches.

The final match of the tournament was particularly intense and crucial. In the decisive fight for the gold medal, Darya faced a fellow countrywoman — the silver medallist of the 2016 Russian championship, who also represents the Stavropol Territory. Just a week before the nationwide competition, the athletes had already faced each other on the tatami as part of the regional championship, and at that time the victory went to the opponent of the representative from the agricultural university. At the Russian Cup, the student from StSAU managed to secure a convincing revenge, radically changing the tactics and the outcome of the confrontation in her favor.

A brilliant victory at such a high level allowed Darya Tsibriy to meet the standard for the title of Master of Sports of Russia. This result became a significant milestone in the student’s sports career and another major achievement in university sports.

The development of physical culture, martial arts, and support for student sports of high achievement traditionally occupy an important place in the life of StSAU. The university has created the necessary conditions for young people to successfully combine obtaining a higher professional education with regular training and victories on the country’s major sports venues.

«Victory at the Russian Cup is a vivid example of true fighting spirit, resilience, and immense hard work. We are proud of our students, who bring glory to the university on the country’s main sports arenas.» «Stavropol State Agrarian University will continue to create every opportunity to support talented young people who strive to reach the heights both in their profession and in sports, ” said Stavropol State Agrarian University’s rector, Vladimir Sitnikov.

Stavropol State Agrarian University congratulates Darya Tsibriy and her coaching staff on their brilliant victory at the Russian Cup and achieving the standard of a Master of Sports. The university will continue to support student sports traditions, promote a healthy lifestyle, and help Stavropol State Agrarian University students reach new heights at the national and international levels.