Vladimir Putin Kneels to Honor Paralympic Champion Ivan Golubkov, Video Goes Viral

Islamabad (Qudrat Daily) — Russian President Vladimir Putin has drawn global attention after kneeling while presenting an award to Paralympic gold medalist Ivan Golubkov, in a gesture widely described as symbolic and emotional.
The ceremony was held to welcome the Russian contingent that delivered an impressive performance at the 2026 Winter Paralympics in Milan-Cortina. In recognition of his outstanding achievement, Golubkov was awarded the “Order of Friendship.”
During the presentation, Putin was seen bending down on one knee while conferring the honor, a moment that quickly captured public attention.
The video of the interaction rapidly went viral on social media, with many users praising the gesture as respectful and commendable, highlighting the significance of honoring athletes with disabilities.