Ukrainian Gymnasts React During Russian Anthem at Podium Ceremony
The tournament marked the first time athletes from Russia and Belarus had been allowed to compete under their national flags in nearly five years, following the lifting of earlier restrictions by international gymnastics governing bodies.
During the junior ribbon event, Russian gymnast Yana Zaikina won gold, while Ukraine’s Sofia Krainska secured silver and Germany’s Melissa Diete took bronze.
Footage from the medal ceremony showed Krainska standing on the podium wearing headphones and covering her face as the Russian national anthem was played. The incident occurred during what was Russia’s first gold medal at the competition.
A separate moment during the junior ball event involved Ukrainian gymnast Varvara Chubarova, who was seen covering her ears and eyes while the Belarusian anthem played after the victory of Belarusian competitor Kira Babkevich.
The events took place in a highly sensitive competitive environment, reflecting the ongoing political tensions that continue to influence sporting interactions between athletes from the involved countries.
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