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Kohei & Epke – training philosophies

Gillette World Sport caught up with reigning World and Olympic Champion Gymnasts Kohei Uchimura & Epke Zonderland for a masterclass in gymnast training and preparation.

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Kohei will defend his AA title. But Epke is finished in Glasgow. We’ll see him at the Rio Test Meet.

Fabian Hambuechen (GER) has withdrawn

Shame. After a very poor podium he looked good in competition. Up until Pommel.

I’m betting he stays in for the H Bar final. Good chance to medal this year.

via Gymternet Clan

Men’s Worlds AA Final

Far, far less predictable than the ladies competition. This year’s Final looks to be a thriller.

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One thing is certain. Kohei should win the E-score World Championships. He is incredibly good at keeping his feet together.

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If you looking for a surprise pick – go with Manrique from Cuba. Virtually unknown before Glasgow, you may see him on the podium if he hits.

Men’s Team Final wrap-up

Here’s a very unusual edit.

The Japanese held off surprising Great Britain and longtime rival China in a tense final, with Uchimura clinching the gold medal despite a fall on the high bar on the final routine of the night. Japan finished with a team total of 270.818 to edge the Brits by 0.473 points. …

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I was a guest on GymCastic 172: Men’s Team Finals Recap from 2015 World Championships. We did enjoy a wee drop of wine while recording that.

GymCastic tshirt

Nastia Liukin interview

Our 2008 Olympic Champion is one busy girl. 🙂

Linked via Full Twist.

http://c.brightcove.com/services/viewer/federated_f9?isVid=1&isUI=1

Simone’s Beam save

Too. Many. Beam. Falls. In all-around.

And this near fall.

AA Final

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