On October 27, as part of the 1st stage of the 2026 Republican Universiade, the grand opening of the “Battle of the Faculties” arm‑wrestling competition took place in the universal sports hall of the sports complex of Polessky State University. The tournament featured teams from four faculties: the Faculty of Health Lifestyle Organization, the Faculty of Economics and Finance, the Faculty of Biotechnology, and the Faculty of Engineering. The opening ceremony began with the teams entering to the sound of a sports march and the performance of the National Anthem of the Republic of Belarus. Dean of the Faculty of Healthy Lifestyle Organization, Tatyana Vladimirovna Marinich, addressed the participants and spectators with a welcoming speech. She wished the athletes fair competition and bright victories.
The arm wrestling competitions became a real celebration of strength, willpower, and character. Each match is a struggle not only of muscles, but also of tactics, endurance, and sportsmanship.
In the overall team standings: First‑degree diploma – Faculty of Health Lifestyle Organization; Second‑degree diploma – Faculty of Biotechnology; Third‑degree diploma – Faculty of Economics and Finance.
