A low ring position is one of the most difficult positions to balance. In order to do it cleanly, it is necessary to be well-stretched and have strong back muscles.
When the rotation is done, the gymnast stands on one leg, tilting the body into the horizontal position, and directs her free leg through the split towards the head. Visually, the final position looks like a closed ring. The foot must touch the head, otherwise points will be deducted. In addition, the gymnast can also lose points if the balance is slightly off from the right form. The balance needs to be in the proper position for at least a second.
A low ring position can be performed both on a full foot and on a relevé, meaning on a half-toe.
Gymnasts also perform spins in a flat foot rotation with a ring position. In the rules, it is called Sakura, named after Japanese gymnast Sakura Hayakawa. In 2015, the Japanese woman became the first athlete to complete this element. It was approved by the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG).
The low ring rotation can be either a standalone element or part of a combination with a screwdriver turn (low balance spin with a straight free leg in a split). Moreover, when moving from one position to another, the connection should be performed without changing the supporting leg, an additional step or stopping between difficulty levels. For example, the winner of the Sky Grace tournament Lala Kramarenko uses this combination in her programs.