<blockquote>«Thank you to all the gymnasts who participated in the festival! Our show brought together the top talents in contemporary Russian rhythmic gymnastics, including members of the Russian National team, as well as world and European champions. I would also like to thank the gymnasts from India for agreeing to perform at our festival, you truly delighted us all!&nbsp;I extend my gratitude to Bolshoi Theatre soloist Daniil Potaptsev, guest dancer Ildar Gainutdinov, the dancers from the TODES dance theatre, and Alla Dukhova herself, as well as the performers from the Flying People theatre! Your participation brought such vibrancy and uniqueness to our show; it was an absolute pleasure to watch you on stage!&nbsp;The dedication shown by each of you was clearly evident throughout your performances, and that is a special source of joy and pride. Thank you!»</blockquote>

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Alina Kabaeva

The Alina festival took place on October 29.

Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva expressed her gratitude to all the performers and gymnasts who took part in the festival in Mumbai

Olympic champion and President of the Sky Grace International Association, Alina Kabaeva, congratulated the Russian gymnasts on their victory at the AEON Cup World Club Championship:"I congratulate our girls — Yana Zaikina from Volgograd, Mariia Borisova from St. Petersburg, and Sofia Ilteryakova from Moscow — on their victory at the AEON Cup World Club Championship! Congratulations to coaches Irina Gusarova, Natalya Glemba, Evgeniya Eliseeva, and Olga Minigalina, and choreographers Ekaterina Sergeeva, Ekaterina Belova, and Elena Egorova, who put so much effort, hard work, and love into preparing the athletes. Behind every such victory lies the immense work of an entire team.I remember Sofia Ilteryakova competing in the Sky Grace Cup tournament last year and winning the silver medal in the junior all-around. Sonya is a partner of the Sky Grace International Association, represents it at the World Club Championship and has already won the tournament as a senior, that is how the circle has come full unbroken. Thanks to her performance at the Sky Grace Cup tournament, Sonya's talent was also recognized in the Russian national team. For me, this is a very important example of how our Association opens the path to new heights for athletes. And it is so gratifying to see that this journey continues!Yana Zaikina did a great job! She not only helped the team secure the victory but also won gold in the junior all-around. Yana, I know how much labor stands behind your result. Keep it up!Mariia Borisova has been demonstrating a high level of mastery for several years now, decently representing our country and the Association on the international stage. Masha won silver in the individual all-around, earned the highest score of this year's tournament, and set a new personal best on the international arena. My congratulations!Last year, our gymnasts competed under a neutral status and won silver in the team standings. And this year, they took first place under the Russian flag! These are special emotions for all of us.My thanks go to the athletes for their character, mastery, and will to win. I thank the coaches for their professionalism, patience, and faith in their students. This victory is a shared success, and I am confident that our gymnasts have many more brilliant achievements ahead!"

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The gymnasts won gold in the team all‑around competition.

Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva congratulated the Russian gymnasts on their victory at the AEON Cup World Club Championship

<blockquote>"Dear friends!&nbsp;I offer you my heartfelt congratulations on the Mid-Autumn Festival—one of China’s most cherished and heartwarming holidays!&nbsp;China holds a special place in the history of Sky Grace, having hosted our tournaments in 2023 and 2025. We look back with gratitude on the hospitality and care you extended to our athletes and guests. Thanks to this, we were able not only to hold competitions of the highest caliber but also to gain a deeper understanding of the country’s culture and traditions.&nbsp;I wish you a day spent with loved ones, filled with joy and high spirits. May the future bring many exciting projects, delightful events, and opportunities for us to meet again.&nbsp;Happy Mid-Autumn Festival!"</blockquote>

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Olympic champion and Sky Grace International Association President, Alina Kabaeva, has extended her Mid-Autumn Festival greetings to her Chinese friends and partners.

Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva, has extended her Mid-Autumn Festival greetings to her Chinese friends and partners

Olympic champion and Sky Grace International Association President, Alina Kabaeva, congratulated Emanuela Maccarani on her appointment as Head coach of the Russian National group rhythmic gymnastics team:&nbsp;<blockquote>"I wholeheartedly congratulate Emanuela Maccarani on her appointment as the Russian national group rhythmic gymnastics team Head coach!&nbsp; Welcome to our big sports family! Your vast experience, unique expertise, and outstanding achievements are a tremendous asset to Russian rhythmic gymnastics. Your work with the Italian national team, along with your Olympic medals, awards, and accolades, speak volumes about your high level of professionalism and dedication.&nbsp; I am confident that your experience and expertise will help unlock the potential of our athletes and lead to brilliant new victories. I wish you inspiration, productive collaboration with our coaching staff, and, of course, the best of luck! We will achieve great things together!"</blockquote>

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Olympic champion and Sky Grace International Association President, Alina Kabaeva, congratulated Emanuela Maccarani on her appointment as Head coach of the Russian National group rhythmic gymnastics team

Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva congratulated Emanuela Maccarani on her appointment as Head coach of the Russian National group rhythmic gymnastics team

<blockquote>"Dear friends!&nbsp;&nbsp;Congratulations on this wonderful holiday—Knowledge Day!&nbsp;&nbsp;For children, September 1st marks the beginning of a new era, one that will bring amazing discoveries. May every day of the school year inspire them to pursue new knowledge and provide them with many vivid impressions.&nbsp;&nbsp;It's crucial that the younger generation be surrounded by adults who support them, help them believe in themselves, and teach them not to be afraid of challenges. This is how strength of character and determination are gradually developed, qualities that are important in both academics and sports.&nbsp;&nbsp;I wish all children an exciting school year, parents the joy of their children's successes, and teachers and coaches inspiration and new achievements!&nbsp;&nbsp;May this school year be filled with victories both big and small.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Happy September 1st!"</blockquote>

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Olympic champion and president of the Sky Grace International Association Alina Kabaeva congratulated children, parents, teachers, and coaches on September 1.

Congratulations from Olympic champion and president of the Sky Grace International Association Alina Kabaeva on Knowledge Day

Olympic champion and President of the Sky Grace International Association Alina Kabaeva addressed the organizers of the World Championships in Germany:<blockquote>"Thank you to World Gymnastics and the German Gymnastics Federation for the excellent organization of the competition!&nbsp;You created excellent conditions, so the World Championships were held at a high level!"</blockquote>

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Olympic champion and President of the Sky Grace International Association Alina Kabaeva addressed the organizers of the World Championships in Germany.

Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva addressed the organizers of the World Championships in Germany

Olympic champion and President of the Sky Grace International Association, Alina Kabaeva, thanked the staff of the Sky Grace Rhythmic Gymnastics Academy for their contribution to the gymnasts' success at the World Championships:<blockquote>"I want to thank the entire team at the Sky Grace Rhythmic Gymnastics Academy — Director Ekaterina Dyukova, the administration, medical staff, psychologist, tutors, teachers, chefs, and all the specialists who take care of our gymnasts every day. Thank you to the cleaning staff for creating a cozy and clean environment, allowing the children to focus solely on their training.&nbsp;The atmosphere you create daily plays a great role in the athletes' success. It is so important for the children to feel confident and comfortable, so that they want to return to the Academy. You have managed to create exactly that kind of environment, where everyone feels like part of one big family.&nbsp;Thank you to our media team for capturing and publishing photos and videos on our website and on the Sky Grace Telegram and Max channels.&nbsp;I appreciate everyone who puts their energy, attention, and soul into our shared work. Congratulations to all Academy employees on the gold medal in the team all-around at the World Championships! This is our shared victory!"</blockquote>

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Olympic champion and President of the Sky Grace International Association, Alina Kabaeva, thanked the staff of the Sky Grace Rhythmic Gymnastics Academy for their contribution to the gymnasts' success at the World Championships.

Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva thanked the staff of the Sky Grace Rhythmic Gymnastics Academy for their contribution to the gymnasts' success at the World Championships

Olympic champion and President of the Sky Grace International Association, Alina Kabaeva, congratulated Russian gymnasts on completing the individual all-around at the World Championships in Frankfurt am Main:<blockquote>"Congratulations to Mariia Borisova from St. Petersburg and Sofia Ilteryakova from Moscow on completing the individual all-around at their debut World Championships!&nbsp;Masha, you did a great job! Performing clean in eight out of eight routines and breaking into the top 5 gymnasts in the world is a strong and decent result. Even though there were minor mistakes, we will keep working hard. Thank you for your dedication, efforts in training, and self-delivery! I thank the entire team at the Sky Grace Rhythmic Gymnastics Academy, all the specialists, fans, and everyone who stood by us and supported us along this challenging path.&nbsp;Sonya, this is your first senior season and your first World Championships. Not everything went perfectly, but let this serve as motivation for future work. You are a young gymnast with everything ahead of you.&nbsp;This is a special World Championships for us — after a five-year break, the Russian team is competing in the world championship once again. Ahead of us are the group all-around performances and the individual finals. We will support our gymnasts!"</blockquote>

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Olympic champion and President of the Sky Grace International Association, Alina Kabaeva, congratulated Russian gymnasts on completing the individual all-around at the World Championships in Frankfurt am Main.

Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva congratulated Russian gymnasts on completing the individual all-around at the World Championships in Frankfurt am Main

Olympic champion, President of the Sky Grace International Association and Chair of the Board of Directors of the National Media Group and Sport Express, Alina Kabaeva, congratulated Sport Express on its 35th anniversary:<blockquote>"35 years is an entire era in the history of Russian sports journalism. During this time, Sport Express has witnessed the most important events and victories in both Russian and world sports and preserved the most memorable pages of athletic history for future generations.&nbsp;Sport Express doesn't just inform about sports, it fulfills an important social mission. The breaking news, reports, and interviews with renowned athletes shared by the publication inspire people, especially young people, to choose a healthy and active lifestyle.&nbsp;I wish all the Sport Express staff new, interesting content, vibrant characters, professional success, and, of course, many more years of covering the biggest events in big-time sports! Congratulations!"</blockquote>

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Olympic champion, President of the Sky Grace International Association and Chair of the Board of Directors of the National Media Group and Sport Express, Alina Kabaeva, congratulated Sport Express on its 35th anniversary.

Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva congratulated Sport Express on its 35th anniversary

Olympic champion and President of the Sky Grace International Association Alina Kabaeva extends warm wishes you on Family, Love, and Loyalty Day:"Dear friends!I sincerely congratulate you on this wonderful holiday, which reminds us of the most important values ​​in every person's life.Family is a source of strength, inspiration, and confidence. The brightest and most joyful moments become even more precious when shared with loved ones.May every home be filled with comfort, warmth, and love.Happy Holiday!”

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Olympic champion and President of the Sky Grace International Association Alina Kabaeva extends warm wishes you on Family, Love, and Loyalty Day.

Good wishes on the Day of Family, Love and Loyalty from Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva

<blockquote>"Dear friends! &nbsp;Happy Russia Day!&nbsp;This holiday unites everyone who loves our country, respects its history, and helps it develop.&nbsp;Russia is strong because of its talented, goal-oriented, and dedicated people. It is thanks to them that it confidently moves forward, preserving its traditions and opening up new opportunities for future generations. &nbsp;Happy Russia Day!"</blockquote>

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Olympic champion and International Sky Grace Association President Alina Kabaeva congratulates on Russia Day.