The Israeli authorities did not allow the athlete Ilona Dodzin to fly to Moscow to participate in the Celestial Grace rhythmic gymnastics tournament. This became known to “Match TV”.
According to the source, the decision is explained by the fact that Russia is on the list of countries with a high risk of coronavirus infection. The organizers of the tournament expressed the hope that the problem will be solved before the start of the competition.
The Celestial Grace tournament is to be held in Moscow at the VTB Arena from December 16 to 17. It is organized by the charitable foundation of the Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva.
In July, Russian gymnasts were not allowed to participate in the Israeli Grand Prix. According to the president of the All-Russian Federation of Rhythmic Gymnastics Irina Viner-Usmanova, the organizers made this decision due to the unfavorable epidemiological situation in Russia. At the same time, she noted that, probably, they did not want to see the athletes at the tournament.
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