"The support here is truly incredible". Sofia Ilteryakova talks about the first stage of the Cup of the Strongest

Sofia Ilteryakova from Moscow, the silver medalist of the all-around of the first stage of the Cup of the Strongest, shared her impressions after competing in Kazan and noted the support of the stands:

"The tournament was 75 percent successful. Today the ribbon performance did not work out, but we will be working a lot with the ribbon now. Overall, I am very satisfied. It is nice to be here; we were welcomed very well, and they cheered loudly and supported us. The support here is truly incredible because even before I stepped onto the floor, they were already cheering loudly, which is immensely pleasant and really encouraging. "

Recently, the gymnast has undergone changes in the program with clubs. She told me how exercise feels to her now:

"After the changes took place, the style changed a bit. This routine feels different. Both internally for me and, I believe, it is very noticeable to the audience as well. Stylistics is immediately apparent. I really like now the changes we have made. And the new leotard, I also like it immensely. "

Sonya also shared her plans for the end of the school year:

"Does it feel like the end of the school year is coming soon? Of course. I need to complete all the tests for the time I was absent during the competitions and in training camps. In fact, I really love algebra. Very interesting formulas. When you understand this subject, you do well with it, and then it becomes your favorite. I do well in algebra; I understand it."

The gymnast took second place in the all-around, as well as in the hoop and clubs finals.