Feature: Kazakh teen pursues skiing dream in NW China

URUMQI, Sept. 7 (Xinhua) -- Despite only having two years of experience on the snow, Aybek Caoletibek has already earned numerous accolades.

Specializing in cross-country skiing, the 13-year-old secured the top spot in Group B at the inaugural youth competition during the Winter Games of Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region last winter.

"My physical fitness and skills are excellent," he proudly stated.