The 21st International Rhythmic Gymnastics Tournament for the Prizes of Olympic Champion Marina Lobatch was held at the Palace of Rhythmic Gymnastics in Minsk.
The tournament featured athletes from Belarus, Russia, and Moldova, who competed in 20 medal events. The athletes determined the winners in the all-around and individual exercises across four categories: children, pre-juniors, juniors, and seniors. A team tournament in Minsk will feature 20 quartets, each comprising one representative from every age group.
The team of Belarus comprised national team leaders Alina Harnasko and Anastasiia Salos. Also competing were medalists from major international events, including Alina Rechkina, Daryia Tkachova, Hanna Kandrashyna, Nika Kostsina, Nicole Liauta, Kira Babkevich, and Marharyta Zhurovich.
The Marina Lobatch Rhythmic Gymnastics Tournament will run through 19 October. Entry to the Palace of Rhythmic Gymnastics is free.