Indian Aerobics Gymnastics Team Departs for World Cup in Tokyo
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Synopsis
The Indian Aerobics Gymnastics team, featuring top athletes from various states, has been finalized for the World Cup in Tokyo. The event, set for April 25-27, 2025, will showcase the best in aerobic gymnastics, with support from key sponsors and officials.
Key Takeaways
- Team Members: Includes top athletes from Maharashtra, Jammu & Kashmir, Manipur, and Gujarat.
- World Cup Dates: Scheduled for April 25-27, 2025, in Tokyo.
- Judging Expertise: Dr. Makarand Joshi recognized as a leading judge in the field.
- Sponsorship: Sponsored by Maruti Suzuki India for the third year in a row.
- International Participation: Athletes from 19 countries expected to compete.
Mumbai, April 23 (NationPress) Arya Shah from Maharashtra, Rudraksha Khanna of Jammu & Kashmir, Mutum Romins of Manipur, Meet Kosambia of Gujarat, and Ariha Pangambam of Manipur have been chosen to represent the Indian team in the Aerobics Gymnastics World Cup 2025 scheduled for later this year.
The Suzuki Aerobics Gymnastics World Cup will take place in Tokyo, Japan, from April 25 to 27. This prestigious event is organized in partnership with the Federation International de Gymnastics (FIG) and the International Aerobics Federation of Japan.
The complete roster for the Indian team features Rudraksha Khanna (Sub Junior Individual Men, Jammu and Kashmir), Mutum Romins (Junior Individual Men, Manipur), Arya Shah (Individual Men, Maharashtra), Meet Kosambia (Senior Individual Men, Gujarat), Rhea Sharma (Junior Individual Women, Jammu and Kashmir), and Ariha Pangambam (Senior Individual Women, Manipur), all selected by a dedicated committee.
Coaching the team are Shashank Bidiwal from Gujarat and SP Singh from Jammu and Kashmir. Additionally, Dr. Makarand Joshi and Yamanam Ranjan have been appointed as the head of the team and judges.
Recently, at the International Judges Examination held in the Philippines, Dr. Makarand Joshi achieved the distinction of being the most experienced judge in India, earning a Category III rating in the Olympic cycle for the seventh occasion. He has also been selected as a judge for the World Cup for the third consecutive year.
The Indian team is sponsored by Maruti Suzuki India Pvt. Ltd., continuing their support for the third straight time.
Before departing for Tokyo, Sudhir Mittal, President of the Gymnastics Federation of India, along with Treasurer Kaushik Bidiwala, Maruti Suzuki’s Sito San, Naoto Takahashi San, Takeshita San, Sankarshan Joshi (Deputy Director of the Sports Authority of India), NCEO Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Dr. Monica Ghughe (Deputy Director of Sports and Youth Services, Aurangabad Division), and Yuvraj Naik, extended their congratulations and best wishes to the team.
The Suzuki World Cup 2025 will witness participation from athletes across 19 countries and regions. This event is part of the FIG's annual international series and is recognized as one of the most esteemed competitions in the field of Aerobic Gymnastics, attracting elite athletes from all corners of the globe.
Among the notable participants this year are Riri Kitazume and Mizuki Saito, the current Individual and Pairs World Champions, who are anticipated to deliver remarkable performances on their home turf, reaffirming their supremacy in the sport.
