Petr Yan awarded Order of Merit to the Fatherland medal, second degree

Petr Yan has been honored with the medal of the Order "For Merit to the Fatherland II degree" by Russian authorities. The award recognizes his contributions to the development of physical culture and sport in Russia. This is a prestigious state honor that acknowledges Yan's achievements and impact on Russian combat sports. The former UFC bantamweight champion continues to receive recognition in his home country despite his current standing in the UFC. The announcement confirms the official nature of this state award.