19th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest People
Dead Goat Polo 10

In the village of Ken Aral, 15 km west of the town of Talas. The captain of the winning team in the village’s final match, poses with his individual medal. His team will advance to the regional finals.

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Date Taken: 03.2020
Date Uploaded: 11.2021
Photo Location: Talas, Kyrgyzstan
Copyright: © Alain Schroeder