Israel Reaches Six Finals at Rhythmic Gymnastics World Cup in Milan
The Israeli rhythmic gymnastics team achieved remarkable success at the prestigious World Cup competition held in Milan, one of the season's top events. Competing against 86 of the world's best gymnasts and 32 national teams, Israel advanced to six finals, including five individual finals and the group all-around final.
Daniela Munits from Maccabi Petah Tikva was the standout Israeli gymnast, finishing fourth in the all-around and qualifying for three apparatus finals: hoop with 28.95 points, clubs with 29.3 points, and ribbon with 27.35 points. Alona Tal Franco from Maccabi Tel Aviv also performed well, placing eighth in the all-around and reaching two finals: hoop (27.9 points) and clubs (28.8 points).
The Israeli group team made a significant achievement by qualifying first for the hoop and clubs final with 28.15 points, after finishing fourth in the all-around. The group members are Agam Gab, Arina Gavozdetsky, Avigail Shvad, Taia Sokolanko, Sofia Perzin, and Keren Sobol.
The delegation in Milan is led by head coach Ayelet Zussman, supported by the professional staff including Julieta Cantlopi, Ela Smoplov, Natalia Stipnova, and Ida Meirin. The team also includes masseur Roni Shachori and delegation head Natasha Asmolov.
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