RUSSIA TO HOST WORLD GYMNASTICS CHAMPIONSHIPS IN 2023

It has been decided that Russia will play host to the World Gymnastics Championships in 2023.

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Moscow is the location that will play host to the event.

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Russia won the bidding competition, besting proposals from both Japan and Spain.

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This will mark the very first time that the tournament has been held in Russia.

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The championships will include competitions for both men and women in a variety of different categories.

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The event is scheduled to take place in either September or October of 2023.

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It is anticipated that the event would draw the participation of elite gymnasts from all around the world.

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Gymnastics has a rich tradition in Russia, and the country has produced a number of Olympic and world champions.

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