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Rhythmic Gymnastics Rio 2016 Qualification: The Journey So Far

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2016 Rio Olympics Rhythmic Gymnastics
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The Road to Rio

The journey to the Rio Olympics 2016 was not an easy one for rhythmic gymnasts. The qualification process was rigorous, and only the best of the best made it to the main event. However, the journey was worth it for those who made it through.

The Qualification Process

The qualification process for rhythmic gymnastics was divided into two phases: the individual all-around competition and the group all-around competition. The individual competition had three stages, while the group competition had two stages.

Individual All-Around Competition

The first stage of the individual all-around competition was the continental championships. The top gymnasts from each continent qualified for the second stage, which was the world championships. The top 15 gymnasts from the world championships qualified for the final stage, which was the Olympic Games.

Group All-Around Competition

The first stage of the group all-around competition was the continental championships. The top groups from each continent qualified for the final stage, which was the Olympic Games.

The Qualifiers

The rhythmic gymnasts who qualified for the Rio Olympics 2016 were some of the best in the world. In the individual competition, the top 15 gymnasts from the world championships made it through. In the group competition, the top groups from each continent qualified.

Individual All-Around Competition

The top 15 rhythmic gymnasts who qualified for the individual all-around competition were:

  1. Margarita Mamun (Russia)
  2. Yana Kudryavtseva (Russia)
  3. Ganna Rizatdinova (Ukraine)
  4. Melitina Staniouta (Belarus)
  5. Kseniya Moustafaeva (France)
  6. Linoy Ashram (Israel)
  7. Neviana Vladinova (Bulgaria)
  8. Salome Pazhava (Georgia)
  9. Nicol Ruprecht (Germany)
  10. Laura Zeng (United States)
  11. Marina Durunda (Azerbaijan)
  12. Anna Rizatdinova (Ukraine)
  13. Cynthia Valdez (Mexico)
  14. Natalia Garcia (Spain)
  15. Victoria Veinberg Filanovsky (Israel)

Group All-Around Competition

The top groups who qualified for the group all-around competition were:

  • Russia
  • Bulgaria
  • Spain
  • Italy
  • Belarus
  • Israel
  • China
  • Japan
  • Ukraine

The Performance at Rio Olympics 2016

The rhythmic gymnastics competition at Rio Olympics 2016 was a sight to behold. The gymnasts put on a stunning display of grace, flexibility, and precision. In the individual all-around competition, Margarita Mamun of Russia took home the gold medal, while Yana Kudryavtseva, also of Russia, took home the silver. Ganna Rizatdinova of Ukraine won the bronze medal.

In the group all-around competition, Russia took home the gold medal, while Spain won the silver. Bulgaria won the bronze medal.

The Legacy

The rhythmic gymnasts who qualified for Rio Olympics 2016 left a lasting legacy. They showed the world what it takes to be the best in the field of rhythmic gymnastics. Their performances were a testament to the hard work, dedication, and passion that goes into this sport.

As we move forward, we can only hope that the next generation of rhythmic gymnasts will be inspired by the journey of these athletes and strive to reach new heights in the sport.


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