Winning the first taekwondo gold in the history of the CIS Games is an incredible feeling." On his way to the gold medal, Hasanli competed in three matches, showcasing remarkable strength and determination throughout:"I faced three opponents. This multi-sport event unites athletes from CIS member nations and invited countries, aiming to foster friendship, cooperation, and sporting excellence. For the first time in the history of the CIS Games, competitions are being held across seven Azerbaijani cities: Ganja, Mingachevir, Gabala, Shaki, Goygol, Yevlakh, and Khankandi. CIS Games 2025 brought together approximately 1,624 athletes from 13 countries.