Fresh after the Naadym events Sherig-ool Oorzhak has awarded 9 best khuresh wrestlers with the title of the State Lion (Arzlan) of the Republic of Tuva. Among those awarded are Maadyr Mongush, Alexei Khomushku, Aldyn-ool Kuular. The only bearer of this title before this Decree was Ayas Mongush who further on after his 10 running victory in Naadym became the State Elephant (Chaan).