Interview

Go beyond the scores and game highlights. Our Interview series brings you face‑to‑face with the people who define phygital sport: the athletes pushing boundaries, the survivors redefining courage, and the pioneers building a new competitive era. Discover the human stories that make the Games of the Future truly unique.

Interview 11/06/2026

From playing basketball in Mali to Phygital Contenders Astana 2026 – the journey of a phygital athlete

Can phygital sport open new international opportunities for athletes? Yacouba Diallo believes so. Find out why in the full interview.

Interview 04/06/2026

Ada Petrovic: How a dancer and DJ found her place in phygital sports

Dancing her whole life. DJ by passion. Phygital athlete by choice. Ada on taking the stage at Phygital Contenders Astana 2026.

Interview 01/06/2026

Tsimafei Paraliou on his return to basketball following cancer battle

Tsimafei Paraliou went through six rounds of chemo and wasn't supposed to make it, but his unborn daughter gave him a reason to fight. Now he's suiting up for Team Minsk at Phygital Contenders Astana 2026.

Interview 29/05/2026

Exclusive interview with Tolegen Ismatov: 3x3 basketball superstar from Uzbekistan

Meet Tolegen Ismatov, one of the leading basketball players from Uzbekistan and find out why he’s taking part in Phygital Contenders Astana 2026.

Interview 26/05/2026

From Physical to phygital: Raziel García adapts to a new arena

Peruvian footballer Raziel García discusses discovering phygital sport, winning Phygital Rivals: Perú - Football, and embracing a new challenge

Interview 11/05/2026

Pro footballer to pro gamer – how Ander Iturraspe made the switch

After more than a decade in La Liga, Ander Iturraspe is competing and starring again — just with different tools. The former Spain midfielder opens up on sport, screens and starting over. Read the full interview.