“Gymnasts perform in a thrill, they don’t worry about losing objects” – Soldatova about rhythmic gymnastics concerts

russian woman Alexandra Soldatova spoke about the fusion of sport and art in rhythmic gymnastics, as well as the special attitude of athletes towards concerts.

On August 22, a gala concert dedicated to the Day of the State Flag of Russia is held at the Irina Viner-Usmanova Gymnastics Palace. Soldatova will perform for the first time since the birth of her child.

– How often are there such concerts in rhythmic gymnastics? Do you feel that your sport is close to art?

– The combination of sport and art has always been, is and will be. And not just at concerts. Our whole sport, every performance is an art. A deep salute to Irina Aleksandrovna (Viner) for showing this art to everyone not only at tournaments, but also at concerts. Gymnasts perform in a thrill, they don’t worry about losing (objects), if something suddenly doesn’t work. I have always loved and will love such events. Concerts are held often, but each is something special, – correspondent soldier reports the words.

Alexandra Soldatova is a Russian gymnast, triple team world champion, ribbon exercise world champion, triple team European champion. In 2020, she announces the end of her sports career.

The live broadcast of the festive concert dedicated to the Day of the State Flag of Russia is on the Match! A country”.