Baku, Azerbaijan, April 18. An opening ceremony
of the FIG Rhythmic Gymnastics World Cup, AGF Trophy 2025 has today
been held at the National Gymnastics Arena in Baku, Trend reports.
The event started with presentation of the participating
countries and their flags.
Addressing the event, Fatima Shafizada, Secretary General of
Azerbaijan Gymnastics Federation, noted that Baku is hosting this
competition for the 9th time. She described gymnastics as a symbol
of elegance and beauty, wishing success to all athletes
participating in the tournament.
Following the remarks, the World Cup was declared open.
The National Anthem of the Republic of Azerbaijan was played and
the event continued with the artistic part.
Gymnasts from 39 countries compete for medals in the
tournament.
Athletes demonstrate their skills on individual and all-around
disciplines.
Azerbaijan is represented by Kamilla Seyidzade and Zohra
Jafarova, who performed in the rhythmic program, and the group
exercises team.