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1. Who won the Golden Sand Master award at the International Sand Sculpture Championship in Russia?
Sudarsan Pattnaik, an acclaimed Indian sand artist from Puri, Odisha, clinched the prestigious Golden Sand Master award at the International Sand Sculpture Championship held in St Petersburg, Russia. Renowned for his intricate sand sculptures depicting cultural and social themes, Pattnaik has earned global recognition and accolades, including India's Padma Shri award in 2014. His win in Russia further underscores his artistic prowess and contribution to the art of sand sculpting on the international stage.