Mariia Borisova and her coach Irina Gusarova sum up the results of the Thiais Grand Prix

Mariia Borisova and her coach Irina Gusarova summed up the results of the Thiais Grand Prix.

 The gymnast admitted that she feels her training has improved, and that Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva's advice was a key to her success:

"After the Grand Prix in Marbella, we came home, and Irina Nikolaevna and I consulted with the judges and changed the program a little, added some elements and made the program more difficult so that everything would count better. I've now regained the side turn with my hand on the ball. I've also developed a new hoop risk. We also worked on my cleanliness and consistency. I think I actually did better at this competition. I feel like I'm making progress in this area, which I'm incredibly happy about and plan to continue in the same spirit. Alina Maratovna was in touch, and she also helped me get ready. And on the last day before my flight, we had a practice session together; she watched me practice. Her advice helped me focus on everything, one after the other. In my opinion, I probably did best in the event finals of the ball and clubs in the all-around."

She was pleasantly surprised by the warm reception from the spectators, the crowd cheered her on from the very first time she took to the carpet:

"The spectators were very warm and supportive. From the very first rounds, which was unexpected, but very nice."

Irina Nikolaevna also shared her emotions and appreciated Masha's performance at the competition:

"The atmosphere was wonderful! They received us well. The crowd likes Masha, that's very nice. There's always a bit of excitement before every competition. It's definitely necessary to be nervous, but in moderation. You need to let yourself go and enjoy your performance. Masha tries hard, works hard, and at this competition she was already more confident. She was more eager to show her best. I'd like to say a huge thank you to Alina Maratovna for her tremendous support and faith. For giving us the opportunity to grow and develop. A huge thank you to our doctors. It's simply wonderful that they care for us, strive, and immediately put in all possible efforts to ensure the children's health."

At the Thiais Grand Prix, Mariia won silver in the all-around, gold in the clubs final, and bronze medals in the hoop, ball, and ribbon events. She competed under neutral status.