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Would you dare to try out this extremely violent medieval combat sport?

Video. What is Buhurt?: The medieval combat sport that's big in Europe

Updated: 14/07/2022 - 14:37 GMT+2

Buhurt is a modern-day full contact combat sport which involves fighters using blunt steel weapons and armour characteristic of the medieval times. But why would anyone wish to compete in this extreme activity?

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