Category: Gymnastics

Rebeca Andrade – Bars qualification

Rebeca leads in Paris with 14,600.

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Shilese, Sanna & Mélanie had falls. Ellie Black competed a new skill in combination which may be named the … “Black”.

Paris Challenge Cup UB QF

  1. Rebeca Andrade BRA 14.600
  2. Lisa Vaelen BEL 13.900
  3. Ellie Black CAN 13.900
  4. Lorrane Oliveira BRA 13.600
  5. Zoja Szekely HUN 13.500
  6. Jordan Chiles USA 13.400
  7. Shilese Jones USA 13.200 (with a fall)
  8. Aline Friess FRA 13.100

Max Whitlock on mental health

Max Whitlock is one of the greatest gymnasts of all time. A a six-time Olympic medalist. The most successful gymnast in his nation’s history. The winningest man on Pommels in Olympic history.

Yet after winning Olympic gold on Pommels in Tokyo, he fell into depression.

It can happen to anyone.

Read an interview:

Max Whitlock: I fell into a big hole, feeling a total waste of space. I guess I’m not ready to retire

Gymnastics progressions – 12SPRINGS

Here’s a well edited video featuring products from 12SPRINGS.

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Félix Dolci – epic H Bar release combo

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Elina Grawin – Jr Bars

From Sweden, Elina has beautiful lines.

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Elina is one of Juniors highlighted in a post by Lauren Hopkins:

The 10 Small-Program Juniors Who Stunned in Europe This Summer

British MAG Worlds team

Sona Artamonova – Jr Beam

From the Czech Republic, Sona moves continuously — the way FIG intends.

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Sona is one of Juniors highlighted in a post by Lauren Hopkins:

The 10 Small-Program Juniors Who Stunned in Europe This Summer