Sabina Altynbekova

Biography

Sabina Altynbekova, born on November 5, 1996, is a Kazakh volleyball player who is a member of the Kazakhstan women's national volleyball team. She gained widespread attention in July 2014 during the Asian Junior Women's Volleyball Championship held in Taipei, Taiwan, where her appearance attracted significant media coverage, leading to her becoming an Internet sensation. Despite the attention, Altynbekova played a limited role in the tournament, with the Kazakh team finishing in 7th place. Her coach, Nurlan Sadikov, expressed concerns about the focus on her, stating that it affected the team's dynamics. Standing at 183 cm (6 feet), Altynbekova's presence in the sport continues to be notable, although her current residence and relationship status are not publicly disclosed.