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Belarusian gymnasts sweep podium at international tournament in Spain

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MINSK, 5 July (BelTA) – Belarusian gymnasts took part in an international rhythmic gymnastics tournament in Platja d’Aro, Spain, BelTA learned from the press service of the NOC.

Olympic Games medalist in Tokyo Alina Harnasko won five awards, four of which were gold. The Belarusian scored highest in the all-around, and topped the field in the ball, clubs and ribbon events. Alina Harnasko also gave a clinic for young gymnasts.

The podium in the all-around was eventually swept  by Belarusians: Yana Striga placed second and Daria Tkacheva, who also won the hoop, was third. Alina Rechkina was unrivaled in the all-round on the junior circuit. She was also best in the ball, hoop and clubs.

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