Some 44 athletes will represent the country at the Olympic Games, Mehdiyev said.
“Some nine athletes will participate in judo competitions, 7 athletes in wrestling, 5 athletes in rhythmic gymnastics group performances, 1 athlete in individual all-around competitions, 5 athletes in boxing, 3 athletes in karate, 2 athletes in athletics, 2 athletes in swimming, 2 athletes in taekwondo, 2 athletes in artistic gymnastics, 1 athlete - shooting, 1 athlete - road cycling, 1 athlete - fencing, 1 athlete - badminton, 1 athlete - triathlon, 1 athlete - trap shooting,” he added.