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The 5th World Nomad Games opened in Astana, Kazakhstan on Sunday. Athletes from 91 countries, along with many visitors have flocked to the city for the gathering but what exactly are ‘nomad games’? A total of 21 different sports are on display across the city including various types of archery, wrestling and falconry. There’s a certain medieval aspect to the event, as many of the disciplines no doubt have links to a past when military prowess and parades of strength and capability were regular entertainment. So, if you’re into unusual sports, muscly men and/or horses, this could be the celebra…

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