A group of Kyrgyz female stunt riders take some time out from the games to ride together and talk. Their performance consists of men chasing them for a kiss, as if the men are bride-kidnapping. But the tradition is mocked when the women return the chase, catching up to the kiss thief and whipping him. This was performed numerous times during the World Nomad Games and would bring the audience to roaring laughter. (Photo by Eleanor Moseman/The Guardian)
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