Another Japanese superstar. At age-18, Shogo Nonomura’s ready to challenge the top AAs in the world.
1. Nonomura 2. Nguyen 3. Purvis 4. Kuksenkov 5. Garibov 6. Martinez 7. Hunter 8. Boy.
Blythe Lawrence commenting on Rings:
Shogo Nonomura: Short kid. Looks about 15. Impressive work — obviously very strong, has nice swing elements and good control. Sticks his full twisting double layout dismount, beautiful form. Very nice work. Definitely one to watch for the future. …
Examiner – Quick hits: Stuttgart World Cup, men’s all-around final
Philipp Boy pealed off on the giant after Cassina on H Bar, but it sounds like he’s OK.
I watched Nonomura win the Japan Jr Invitational last month. He’s the real deal.
… I’m thinking Nonomura will possibly make the Japanese Olympic team. That would knock out two of their Worlds Team members from Tokyo, however. hmm …
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