Rio-2016: Boxer Shahram Giyasov reaches semifinals

Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.com) -- Boxer Shahram Giyasov of Uzbekistan advanced to semifinals of the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro (Brazil).

Giyasov, who competed in the weight category of 69 kg, defeated Roniel Iglesias from Cuba with the score 3-0. The win ensured that the Uzbek boxer will claim at least bronze medal of the Olympic Games.

In the semifinal bout, Uzbek boxer will face Muhammed Rabii of Morocco.