Tag: gymnastics
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Philippa Busuttil reaches Commonwealth Games all-around final as Team Malta impresses on day two
Team Malta enjoyed another encouraging day at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, highlighted by Philippa Busuttil’s qualification for the women’s artistic gymnastics all-around final and an impressive victory for lawn bowler Shaun Parnis over one of the sport’s most accomplished players. Busuttil books place in all-around final Malta’s artistic gymnastics team, made up of…
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Malta to host Its largest-ever international gymnastics event this July
Malta is set to become the center of global gymnastics this July, as it welcomes over 300 athletes from 28 international clubs for its biggest international gymnastics event in over 25 years. Organised by GymStars Gymnastics Club, the multi-day competition and elite training camp will bring together talent from across five continents, firmly placing Malta…
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Swieqi Phoenix U15 volleyball team and gymnast Sophie St John named Atlas Youth Athletes of the Month for May
The Atlas Youth Athlete of the Month Award for May has been jointly awarded to the Swieqi Phoenix Volleyball U15 team and gymnast Sophie St John, recognising their exceptional performances in their respective sports. Swieqi Phoenix’s U15 squad continued their dominance in local volleyball, claiming their 10th consecutive national title. Remarkably, the team has remained…
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GSSE2025: day 2 recap, Gold rush continues for Malta
Malta’s impressive medal haul at the GSSE2025 Games of the Small States of Europe in Andorra continued on Tuesday as gymnast Sophie St. John clinched gold in the women’s Vault event. St. John delivered a superb routine that earned her a score of 12.550, securing first place and adding another gold to Malta’s tally —…
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Malta Gymnastics Federation clarifies position on competitions
Amid ongoing discussions in the Maltese sporting community, the Malta Gymnastics Federation (MGF) has issued a statement addressing concerns regarding the participation of SportMalta Gymnastics Academy members in the Women’s Artistic Gymnastics (WAG) National Competitions. As the sole governing body for gymnastics in Malta, recognized by the International Gymnastics Federation, the MGF’s primary responsibility is…
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Malta Gymnastics Federation Faces Backlash Over Restrictions on SportMalta Academy Gymnasts
The Malta Gymnastics Federation (MGF) is facing mounting criticism after imposing restrictions on SportMalta (SM) Gymnastics Academy gymnasts, limiting their participation in the upcoming 2025 National Championships. The controversial decision has sparked outrage among parents, athletes, and sports stakeholders, raising concerns about fairness, transparency, and the future of gymnastics in Malta. Unjust Restrictions? According to…
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Malta Shines at the 7th COMEGYM Championships in Tunis
Team Malta’s pre-junior and junior gymnasts delivered a series of incredible performances at the prestigious COMEGYM Mediterranean Championships in Tunis. These gymnasts are making the nation proud with their skill, determination, and poise across all gymnastics apparatus. A Day to Remember – Qualifications The spotlight was on Janet Galea, who dazzled during the Pre-Junior individual…
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Historic Bronze Medal for Sophie St John in Bahrain
Maltese gymnastics celebrated a groundbreaking achievement as Sophie St John clinched a historic bronze medal at the ISF Gymnasiade Under-18 Games in Bahrain–the first-ever medal for Team Malta in this prestigious competition since the Malta Schools Sports Federation (MSSF) began competing in 2006. Sophie’s outstanding journey didn’t end with the bronze. Competing in the Floor…
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Brazilian gymnast Rebeca Andrade wins Gold in the floor routine
Brazilian gymnast Rebeca Andrade has clinched her first Gold Medal in the Paris Olympics in the floor routine, with Simone Biles coming second. Previously, Rebeca Andrade came second in the vault routine in which Simone Biles came first. The pair have had a friendly rivalry during these Olympics as they were seen interacting between each…
