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During the finals of the Cup of the Strongest, Alina Kabaeva helped Milena Shchenyatskaya get into the right mindset for her ribbon routine, spoke with Sofia Ilteryakova, and congratulated the gymnasts on their successful performances. The Olympic champion also met Daria Shkurikhina, the trainee of coach Lyaisan Savitskaya. Meanwhile, choreographer Veronika Shatkova, under whose guidance Alina Kabaeva trained, prepared a special gift for her — a medal!

The junior group gymnasts from the Russian National team and the Academy unveiled two brand-new routines — one with balls and one with ribbons — at the Cup of the Strongest finals. The gymnasts shared which routine they particularly enjoy, what their preparation process was like, and how much work still lies ahead.

Following her performances at the Cup of the Strongest final, Yana Zaikina from Volgograd approached Alina Kabaeva to thank her for her guidance and support. The gymnast presented the Olympic champion with a teddy bear and a surprise-filled gift box. Alina Maratovna also received a sweet greeting from Vera, the daughter of Lyubov Cherkashina, Belarusian National team Head coach. We’re sharing these heartwarming moments with you!

Watch how Alina Kabaeva coached Mariia Borisova from St. Petersburg before her ribbon routine at the Cup of the Strongest final! After the performance, the Olympic champion noted the gymnast’s progress and how much more confident she has become. Masha and her coach, Irina Gusarova, thanked Alina Kabaeva for her support!