Petr Yan awarded state medal for achievements in sport and physical culture

Former UFC bantamweight champion Petr Yan has been awarded the Medal of the Order "For Services to the Fatherland, 2nd Class" by the Russian government. The honor recognizes his contributions to the development of physical culture and sport in Russia. Yan is one of the most accomplished Russian fighters in UFC history, having captured the bantamweight title and consistently competed at the highest level. The award reflects his status as a national sports figure. No additional details about the ceremony or context were provided in the post.