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Competitions

Diana Kotlovskaya from St. Petersburg acts as our correspondent. The gymnast will take you on a tour through the halls of the Minsk Rhythmic Gymnastics Palace and show you everything that usually stays off-camera.

Behind the scenes of the Crystal Rose International Tournament

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What were her dreams back then? How has she grown since? And what does her training look like ahead of the World Championships in Germany? Alina opens up in the video.

Alina Harnasko from Belarus, the Crystal Rose all-around champion, first competed at this tournament a decade ago!

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Do you know what followed these words from Evelina Tandalova from the Tyumen Region? Gold at the Crystal Rose" international tournament! Showing how coach Evgenia Eliseeva lived through these moments with the gymnast. 


"Can I do one more run-through?"

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For health reasons, Arina will compete in one event in the qualification round instead of the planned three.

Arina Kovshova addressed the fans regarding the changes made to the 2026 World Championships roster

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Training

The Mexican gymnast is a long-time friend of the Sky Grace. She participated in all our five international tournaments.


Marina Malpica arrived in St. Petersburg for training camp to prepare for the World Championships 2026

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Academy Life

Archpriest Evgeni Shogenov, the rector of the parish of the churches at the Smolenskoye Cemetery, had a prayer service at the shrine holding the saint's holy relics. 

The gymnasts and their coaches visited the the Chapel of Blessed Xenia of St. Petersburg at the Smolenskoye Cemetery

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The gymnasts and coaches visited the museum of rhythmic gymnastics history, and also chat with European champion Yana Zaikina from Volgograd and received gifts.


The participants of the training camp from the Bryansk Region took a tour of the Alina Kabaeva Sky Grace Rhythmic Gymnastics Academy

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Opinion

The specialist also spoke about supporting Russian gymnasts at the European Championships and thanked Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva for the opportunity to participate in training camps and to travel to international competitions as fans. 


"It is an honor for us to conduct training in such magnificent conditions." Olga Ilyina, coach of the Bryansk Region team, talks about training at the Martial Arts Academy

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The Academy discovers talented athletes, even if they haven't achieved truly high results yet. In Sirius, they are offered everything necessary for their development and helped unlock their potential.

How do gymnasts' athletic results change after moving to the Alina Kabaeva Sky Grace Rhythmic Gymnastics Academy? The achievments of Yana Zaikina and Ksenia Savinova

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The athlete was invited to the training camp by Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva. The Alina Kabaeva Sky Grace Rhythmic Gymnastics Academy covered all accommodation and meal expenses for the duration of the camp.



Jojo Tawinun from Thailand and her coach, Zhou Tianke, share their impressions of training at the Alina Kabaeva Sky Grace Rhythmic Gymnastics Academy

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The specialist shared her emotions about this comeback, recapped the performance of the gymnasts from the Alina Kabaeva Sky Grace Rhythmic Gymnastics Academy at the tournament in Minsk, and admitted that she now feels more nervous during each of their performances than she ever did when stepping onto the mat herself.


"This hall is filled with different memories for me." Elizaveta Zorkina talks about the Crystal Rose international tournament in Minsk

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The expert explained why the order of the gymnasts’ performances at the tournament was determined using a four‑event rotation system and noted the progress made by Yana Zaikina and Ksenia Savinova.

"It’s interesting to learn how to appear like a champion, no matter the apparatus." Chief judge Lyubov Cherkashina talks about the format of the Crystal Rose competition

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At the competition, the gymnast won the silver medal in the ribbon among pre-juniors.

"I have become stronger in turns, increased the difficulty of my risks, and improved my artistry." Diana Kotlovskaya talks about her progress at the Academy and the Crystal Rose tournament

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The video features clubs and ribbon routines. The Ksyusha coaches are Evgenia Eliseeva and Olga Minigalina, and the choreographer is Ekaterina Belova.



Performance episodes of the all-around champion at the Chrystal Rose tournament, European Championship silver medalist — Ksenia Savinova from Gatchina!

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What words helped European Championship silver medalist Ksenia Savinova from Gatchina capture her third gold medal at the "Crystal Rose" international tournament? 

"Don’t let yourself relax!"

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Yana Zaikina from Volgograd and Ksenia Savinova from Gatchina thanked everyone who supported them at the Crystal Rose international tournament in Minsk.


The most sincere words go to our fans!

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Following the international tournament in Minsk, the all-around champion showed off her commemorative gift featuring the competition's symbol and shared who she wants to give it to.


Unboxing the main souvenir of the Crystal Rose tournament with Ksenia Savinova from Gatchina

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Evgenia Eliseeva and Olga Minigalina are coaching the gymnasts and Ekaterina Belova is the choreographer.

Vivid episodes from performances of Diana Kotlovskaya and Evelina Tandalova during the first day of the Crystal Rose international tournament

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Before stepping onto the carpet at the Crystal Rose international tournament in Minsk, Academy coaches Evgenia Eliseeva and Elizaveta Zorkina psyched up Diana Kotlovskaya from St. Petersburg.

"You can't get scores without elements"

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Evgenia Eliseeva and Olga Minigalina are the gymnast's coaches and Ekaterina Belova is the choreographer.

How was European Championships silver medalist Ksenia Savinova supported on the first day of the "Crystal Rose" tournament?

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Performances of European Champion Yana Zaikina from Volgograd on the first day of the Crystal Rose

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At the Crystal Rose international tournament, Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva and coach Elizaveta Zorkina helped Evelina Tandalova from the Tyumen Region to shake off her nerves before the performance. 

"You need to perform for your own pleasure. This is a celebration!"

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Just a few minutes before appearing on the floor at the Crystal Rose international tournament, Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva together with coach Elizaveta Zorkina helped the silver medalist of the European Championships, Ksenia Savinova from Gatchina, find the focus before her ball routine.


"God bless, my sunshine. Go do the work!"

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This is how Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva and coach Elizaveta Zorkina helped European Champion Yana Zaikina from Volgograd to prepare properly for her hoop performance in the all-around at the Crystal Rose international tournament.



"You love rhythmic gymnastics, don't you? So go out there and perform with spirit!"

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She is coached by Evgenia Eliseeva and Olga Minigalina, and Ekaterina Belova is the choreographer.


The love and support of fans following the winning ball performance of European Champion Yana Zaikina from Volgograd at the Crystal Rose international tournament

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The gymnasts also took memorable photos with their fans.

Fans had the chance to get autographs from Yana Zaikina and Ksenia Savinova at the Crystal Rose international tournament in Minsk

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How to feel the apparatus, maintain focus, and confidently execute all elements — these are the exact tips the gymnast received before stepping onto the carpet for the all-around at the Crystal Rose international tournament.

Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva works with Yana Zaikina to break down her ribbon routine, paying close attention to every detail of the program

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On the second day of the Crystal Rose tournament, Evelina Tandalova from the Tyumen Region performed with the clubs, while Diana Kotlovskaya from St. Petersburg competed with the ribbon.

Let's watch the highlights from the routines of Academy's little stars!

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In the new video from the Crystal Rose international tournament, Academy coach Evgenia Eliseeva shares warm words of support with Yana Zaikina from Volgograd and Ksenia Savinova from Gatchina before they step onto the carpet.

Academy coach Evgenia Eliseeva shares warm words of support with Yana Zaikina and Ksenia Savinova before they step onto the carpet

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Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva helped the Russian Junior Championship winner, Ksenia Savinova from Gatchina, get into the right mindset for the all-around performance. She drew attention to the details of the hoop risk element and reminded of the importance of staying focused.

How do Academy gymnasts prepare before stepping onto the carpet at the Crystal Rose international tournament?

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Why did the girls support the Russian athletes? And what are our gymnasts’ strengths? The answers are in this video!


An interview with fans from Bergamo!

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Hugs between Arina Kovshova from the Novosibirsk Region and her coach Elizaveta Chernova, along with smiles and support from the spectators in the kiss-and-cry zone after her silver medal performance at the World Cup in Milan!

When the performance is over, it's time for the warmest of the emotions

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Arina is a Russian champion. She is a member of the Russian National team and lives and trains at the Alina Kabaeva Sky Grace Rhythmic Gymnastics Academy.

Highlights from Novosibirsk Region’s Arina Kovshova in the clubs and ribbon finals at the Milan World Cup, to the thunderous applause of the audience

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Masha is a European Championship medalist. She is a member of the Russian National team’s main roster and lives and trains at the Alina Kabaeva Sky Grace Rhythmic Gymnastics Academy.

In front of such a resounding crowd, Mariia Borisova from St. Petersburg competed in the ball and ribbon finals at the World Cup in Milan

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Arina Kovshova from the Novosibirsk Region is a Russian champion. She is a member of the Russian National team’s main roster and lives and trains at the Alina Kabaeva Sky Grace Rhythmic Gymnastics Academy.

Arisha and the support of the stands!

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Mariia is a European Championship medalist. The gymnast is a member of the Russian National team and lives and trains at the Alina Kabaeva Sky Grace Rhythmic Gymnastics Academy.

Once again, Mariia Borisova from St. Petersburg was receiving incredible support and gifts after her performances!

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Thank you for your support! It's truly appreciated!

Arina Kovshova from the Novosibirsk Region with fans after the World Cup stage in Milan!

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Masha is a European Championship medalist. She is a member of the Russian National team and lives and trains at the Alina Kabaeva Sky Grace Rhythmic Gymnastics Academy.


A positive boost from St.Petersburg’s Masha Borisova and the World Cup stage mascot in Milan!

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This was the loud cheer from the fans during Mariia Borisova of St. Petersburg's hoop and ball competition at the World Cup in Italy.

Applause for Masha!

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Fans gave a stuffed animal to Masha Borisova from St. Petersburg.

Even more moments from the kiss-and-cry zone!

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Thank you to everyone who supported the gymnasts in the stands, both for the warm applause and the toys!

Sweet moments with Arina Kovshova from the Novosibirsk Region and Elizaveta Chernova in the kiss-and-cry zone!

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The gymnast is a member of the Russian National team and lives and trains at the Alina Kabaeva Sky Grace Rhythmic Gymnastics Academy.

Take a look at how Russian champion Arina Kovshova from the Novosibirsk Region was supported on the final day of the all-around competition at the World Cup in Milan

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Mariia is a European Championship medalist, and Arina is a Russian champion. The gymnasts are members of the Russian National team and live and train at the Alina Kabaeva Sky Grace Rhythmic Gymnastics Academy.

At the World Cup floor testing in Milan, Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva was in touch and offered support to Mariia Borisova from St. Petersburg and Arina Kovshova from the Novosibirsk Region

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Arina and Masha are members of the Russian National team main roster. They live and train at the Alina Kabaeva Sky Grace Rhythmic Gymnastics Academy.

The performances by Russian champion Arina Kovshova from the Novosibirsk region and European Championship medalist Mariia Borisova from St. Petersburg were followed both at the Academy and in Novogorsk

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Showing how European Championships prizewinner Mariia Borisova of St. Petersburg was supported during her clubs and ribbon performances at the World Cup stage in Milan! 

Masha, well done!

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The gymnast is the national team roster, lives and trains at the Alina Kabaeva Sky Grace Rhythmic Gymnastics Academy. 

That is how Russian champion Arina Kovshova was supported during her hoop and ball performances at the World Cup stage in Milan

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Russian flags in the stands in Milan!

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Take a look at the atmosphere and get ready to root for Mariia Borisova from St. Petersburg and Arina Kovshova from the Novosibirsk Region.

Floor testing took place in Milan ahead of the World Cup stage!

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The gymnast won two gold medals at the Tbilisi Cup.

The awards ceremony for the all-around and the ball final featuring Alesya Naifonova

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Take a look at how the spectators cheered for Veronika Malinina and Diana Kotlovskaya from St. Petersburg and Evelina Tandalova from the Tyumen Region.