15 December 2024
The international tournament “Winter Fairytale” reflecting the magic of winter, has completed.
During the tournament, representatives of the most elegant discipline of gymnastics mesmerized everyone with their enchanting performances.
Over the course of two days, athletes from foreign gymnastics federations, clubs, and local gymnastics communities showcased their skills in the arena. Gymnasts born between 2009 and 2018 amazed the audience with their exercises in both individual and group categories, performing with Ribbons, Balls, Hoops and without apparatus. Every performance was met with great enthusiasm in the arena, as gymnasts turned the stage into a true show of elegance.
Throughout the competition, the beloved mascots of the Azerbaijan Gymnastics Federation, Jilli and Tilli, supported the athletes, provided motivation, and entertained the audience with fun contests.
On the second day of the tournament, we bid farewell to another gymnast. Zeynab Hummatova, a member of the national rhythmic gymnastics team, finalist of the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games, Bronze Medalist of the World Championships and a nine-time medalist of the European Championships, ended her professional gymnastics career. On this occasion, Zeynab’s teammates from the group performances team dedicated a special routine to her. Later, Rauf Aliyev, a member of the Executive Committee of the Azerbaijan Gymnastics Federation, presented Zeynab with a certificate of appreciation and gifts for her contributions to Azerbaijani gymnastics.
On the final day of the "Winter Fairytale" tournament, Hungarian rhythmic gymnast Fanni Pigniczki, Bronze Medalist of the World Championships and Silver Medalist of the European Championships, held a masterclass for the tournament participants. During the session, Fanni shared her career journey, achievements, and the challenges she faced. She also demonstrated her techniques and methods to the young gymnasts.
We congratulate all the gymnasts who triumphed in this magical tournament and extend our gratitude to everyone who joined us!