Lorette Charpy’s Bars problem at American Cup

I’m still not sure what happened.

Lorette was allowed to repeat the routine for an 8.0 E-score.

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Stuttgart World Cup cancelled

Here’s the FIG announcement.

We can anticipate the Tokyo World Cup being cancelled, as well.

UCLA Senior night – no spectators

Like many other Universities, UCLA is taking steps to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.

This means Regionals on April 2nd will not allow spectators.

Tickets for the competition March 14th will be refunded. Sadly some fans have booked travel already.

An abundance of caution. Smart.

It’s disappointing for the seniors who will be honoured, of course.

3 World Cups postponed to June

Official announcement from FIG.

European Championships 2020 Paris status decided end of March

UPDATE from UEG:

In France, host of the 2020 European Championships in Women’s Artistic Gymnastics, the government has decided to limit the persons in the venue to max. 1000 people until 15 April.

As our event has the arrival day on 26 April, the UEG works closely together with the Local Organising Committee to monitor the situation. A final decision will be made by the end of March.


    • Original post from March 9th:

April 30 – May 3.

Disneyland Paris is still open though a staff worker tested positive for coronavirus.

But Disneyland might be closing soon. France has now banned gatherings of more than 1,000 people.

What about Europeans? 

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weighing gymnasts – British Gymnastics position statement

Created as a guidance document for clubs, coaches, parents and gymnasts the statement gives advice and reasoning on the complexities surrounding weighing gymnasts with the gymnasts optimal long-term development at its core.

The advice highlights the need for clear reasoning, appropriate methods, correct consent and the use of qualified practitioners in order to safeguard the physical and mental health of the gymnasts. …

BG

International Women’s Day – March 8th

International Women’s Day is a focal point in the movement for women’s rights. …

The earliest Women’s Day observance, called “National Woman’s Day” was held on February 28, 1909, in New York City …

Jürgen Klopp on coronavirus

The Liverpool football manager answers for ALL coaches.

Don’t ask me. Consult the experts.

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Simone’s John Legend song

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