Sophie St John delivered an impressive performance at the 3rd FIG Junior World Championships, held in Manila, competing against 129 of the world’s top junior gymnasts. The competition included athletes from established gymnastics nations such as France, Japan, China, the United States, Italy and Great Britain.
During the qualification round, Sophie showed remarkable composure and confidence across all apparatus. On Beam, she scored 12.966, placing her 11th among the world’s best juniors. Although this score did not secure automatic qualification, she is the second reserve for the finals.
On Floor, Sophie performed a well-executed routine, scoring 12.400 and finishing in 16th place on the apparatus. She also demonstrated solid technique on Vault, scoring 12.600 and placing 35th overall. On Bars, Sophie introduced new elements at an international level for the first time. Despite a fall, her performance represented an important step in her development as a gymnast.
The 3rd FIG Junior World Championships represents the highest level of competition for junior artistic gymnasts, and Sophie’s results demonstrate that she is capable of competing on this stage. Her performance indicates significant potential for future international competitions.
Sophie’s coach, Nataliya Berehova, provided continuous guidance and support throughout the event. The dedication and expertise of her coach were instrumental in helping Sophie achieve strong results across all apparatus.
Sophie St John’s participation in Manila highlights her development as a gymnast and marks an important milestone in her career. With continued training and experience, she is expected to make further progress on the international stage.
