BAKU: Chinese gymnast Zhang Qingying has taken first place in the finals of balance beam exercises at the FIG World Cup in Baku with a score of 14.233 points, Trend reports.

Japanese athlete Kaoruko Takezawa took the second place, her program was evaluated by the judges at 13.933 points, and the third position with a score of 13.766 points was taken by the representative of Belgium Nina Derwael.

The National Gymnastics Arena in Baku is hosting the Artistic Gymnastics World Cup from March 7 to 10. About 300 athletes representing 67 countries are taking part in the competition.

The World Cup in Baku serves as a qualification event for the 2024 Olympic Games.

Source: Trend News Agency