Kyz Kuu (Girl Chase)

A young woman rides out first on her horse and is given a head start along the marked course.

A young man then rides after her on his own horse, trying to catch up to her before she reaches the finish line.

If he draws level with her before the line, he may reach across to touch or playfully tap her as a sign that he has caught her.

If he fails to catch her in time, the pair turns around and rides back toward the start, but now she is the one chasing him.

On the return leg, she is allowed to swing a soft strap or scarf at him for every stride he failed to close the gap on the way out.

The playful contest usually ends with both riders laughing and returning to the group, since it is meant as festive entertainment rather than a serious race.