Darja Varfolomeev, the German who won everything in the World Rhythmic Gymnastics Championships 2023
A five-fold champion, the 16-year-old gymnast became the youngest to achieve this in 40 editions of the World Championship. Born in Russia and trained by a Belarusian woman, she shines at a time when, paradoxically, competitors from neither of these two countries can participate because of the war in Ukraine.
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Irina Viner, the tsarina of Russian rhythmic gymnastics, was suspended for defaming judges
The historic coach received a sanction from the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) and will not be able to participate in international competitions for two years. The decision comes a year and a half after her accusations against arbitration during the Tokyo Olympic Games and in a context of strong conflicts due to the geopolitical situation with Ukraine. There will be an appeal.
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Israeli Olympic gold medalist Linoy Ashram announces retirement
Decorated international gymnast will now join the coaching staff of the Israeli national team
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Tokio Inkarami (by IFing), new sponsor of the FIG
U.S. gymnasts are headed to Europe, Japan this weekend
Denmark Welcomes StandUp Paddle Championship -- Federations Focus
(ATR) Also: Japan takes lead at judo world champs; rhythmic gymnastics champs begin; boxing world champs enter semi-finals.
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Paralympics to Consider Lifting Russian Suspension -- Monday Memo
(ATR) Also: IJF World Championships begin in Budapest; Rhythmic Gymnastics Championships in Pesaro, Italy.
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