At the Junior European Rhythmic Gymnastics Championship, a Ukrainian gymnast covered her ears during the playing of the Russian national anthem, which occurred during the award ceremony for gold medalist Yana Zaikina from Russia.

At the Junior European Rhythmic Gymnastics Championship, a Ukrainian gymnast covered her ears during the playing of the Russian national anthem, which occurred during the award ceremony for gold medalist Yana Zaikina from Russia.

@varlamov_news 28 May 2026, 20:18

Russian gymnast Yana Zaikina won the gold medal at the European Junior Championships in rhythmic gymnastics, while Ukrainian participant Sofia Krainskaya covered her ears during the playing of the Russian anthem.

@meduzalive 28 May 2026, 19:57