Champion of Ukraine and Europe in rhythmic gymnastics Melania Tur changed her citizenship and will compete for Israel.

This is evidenced by the data of the official website of the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG).

The FIG Executive Committee has already approved this decision.

After the change of citizenship, the Tour will be able to perform under the flag of Israel from May 12, 2024.

18-year-old Melania Tour was born in Pavlograd. She became the European champion in 2020 when the tournament was held in Kyiv. Also, the gymnast won the junior championship of Ukraine five times and twice became the champion of the country among masters of sports..

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Earlier it was reported that the former biathlete of the Ukrainian national team restored Russian citizenship.