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Pages of life…Maria Simionescu is struggling to make her first steps

Hospitalized from November 2008, the former international gymnastics referee, the founder of the gymnastic high school from Onesti, Maria Simionescu (82 years old) is living quietly and lonely her drama. Suffering from a partial paralysis, she is now struggling to

Anamaria Tamarjan, replaced by Amelia Racea

Anamaria Tamarjan, who should have competed at the American Cup on 21st of February, in Chicago, was replaced by junior Amelia Racea. Nicolae Forminte said they are protecting Anamaria, as she worked really hard for this competition during the last

Forminte: “I want the juniors to grow close to the seniors”

The number of juniors training at the National Traning Center in Deva could be increased soon. (Source: Prosport) The senior National team from Deva could be increased this month. That is, other 4 juniors could join the team, now consisting

Elena Leusteanu – The First Lady of Romanian Gymnastics

August 2008. The whole world was preparing for the big celebration of the sport, the celebration of peace and success: the Olympic Games. In Romania, both specialists and fans were hoping that, in spite of the modest results obtained in

DTB Cup and Toyota Cup 2008

This weekend is going to be rich in events for the Romanian gymnastics, due to the participation in the two of the most popular competitions throughout the year: DTB Cup and Toyota Cup. The DTB Cup, organized in Stuttgart, Germany,

Sandra Izbasa and Flavius Koczi – second place at Swiss Cup 2008

The Swiss Cup has come to an end. In an atmosphere of a demonstrative gala with dancing lights, 22 gymnasts competed for occupying a good position at the 30th edition of the Swiss Cup. The Romanian representatives, Sandra Izbasa and