Russia withdraws from 2026 Rhythmic Gymnastics World Challenge Cup in Romania

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Russia has withdrawn from the 2026 Rhythmic Gymnastics World Challenge Cup in Romania following organizers’ decision to not display the Russian flag or play the national anthem during Russian gymnasts' victories. This marks a politically charged development in international sports events.

"The organizers informed us verbally that the national flag of the Russian Federation will not be displayed in the arena and the national anthem will not be played in the event of Russian gymnasts’ victories," Linar Ginatullin said