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FIG secretary general: Azerbaijan – an expert in organizing sports events

24 July 2016 10:04 (UTC+04:00)
FIG secretary general: Azerbaijan – an expert in organizing sports events

Azerbaijan is an expert in organization of sports events, André Gueisbuhler, secretary general of the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG), told reporters in Baku July 23.

Gueisbuhler said Azerbaijan has repeatedly organized various competitions in gymnastics, namely, World Cup series, European Championships, and the gymnastics events at the First European Games.

He added that the gymnastics hall in Baku is great, the competitions have been perfectly organized and everything has been done at a high level.

As for the development of gymnastics in Azerbaijan in recent years, Gueisbuhler said Azerbaijan has become one of the leading countries in rhythmic gymnastics.

He believes that Azerbaijan has achieved great progress in rhythmic gymnastics.

Gueisbuhler also said Azerbaijan is one of the leading countries in rhythmic gymnastics and has great opportunities to develop other gymnastics disciplines as well.

The FIG World Cup Final in Rhythmic Gymnastics will last until July 24, giving a unique opportunity to watch the performances of eminent gymnasts from 17 countries two weeks prior to the Rio Olympics.

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