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Israeli rhythmic gymnastic team placed 6th after final first round

21 August 2016, 6:05 pm
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After the first of two performances in the Olympic rhythmic gymnastic competition, Israel’s team placed 6th of the eight teams competing.

Spain, Bulgaria and Russia lead the scoring, in that order.

Israel competes in the group all-around qualifying event for rhythmic gymnastics at the Olympic Arena during the Rio 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro on August 20, 2016. (AFP/Thomas Coex)
Israel competes in the group all-around qualifying event for rhythmic gymnastics at the Olympic Arena during the Rio 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro on August 20, 2016. (AFP/Thomas Coex)

The Israeli team scored 17.166 for its ribbon routine. They will perform their hoops and clubs routine shortly before 18:00 Israel time.

In yesterday’s heat the team scored a total of 34.8 points, opening with a slightly stronger score of 17.250. The team scored 17.633 in the second rotation of hoops and clubs, securing sixth place and therefore a spot in today’s medal-chasing final eight.

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