The International Gymnastics Federation is trying to improve their international gymnastics meets.
I’m not sure that much has been changed. This press release does not mention the BIG prize money that I expected to be a “game changer”.
Bids are open for Artistic Gymnastics:
Further to the newly approved 2011 FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Cup concept, the FIG has informed all its affiliated federations, that they may now apply for the organisation of an FIG World Cup Event in Artistic Gymnastics. …
FIG World Cup Series in Artistic Gymnastics will be composed every year of two categories: the A Category “World Cup” and the B Category “Challenger Cup”.
The World Cup … are the best events, staged in attractive and well known cities and venues, with guaranteed TV coverage and a limited participation. Their aim is to showcase the Worlds very best gymnasts in a media and public friendly surrounding.
The Challenger Category … are major FIG events with a broader participation. They are aimed at supporting the affiliated federations in developing gymnastics worldwide through the organization of high standard FIG international events.
At each event, the gymnasts will have the opportunity to win World Cup Points which will count towards the respective World Cup Ranking Lists. …
read more – FIG – Bids open for Artistic Gymnastics!
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