World Artistic Gymnastics Championships 2033
Official Overview
The World Artistic Gymnastics Championships, governed by the FIG, stand as the premier global event for artistic gymnastics, tracing back to 1903. The championships feature competitions in men's and women's artistic gymnastics, with individual and team events across multiple apparatus. The Soviet Union leads with 111 golds and 256 total medals. Simone Biles holds 23 medals, including 18 golds from 2013-2023, establishing herself as the greatest gymnast in history.
Comprehensive History
The World Artistic Gymnastics Championships originate in 1903 in Antwerp, Belgium. Initially focusing solely on men's gymnastics, France topped the early medal tables with their technical precision. Women's events were added in 1934 in Budapest, opening the door for legendary performers. The Soviet Union's Larisa Latynina dominated the 1950s and 60s, while Nadia Comaneci's perfect 10 at the 1976 Olympics transformed the sport. The United States rose in the 2000s under the legend of Simone Biles, whose difficulty and execution revolutionized women's gymnastics.
In 2033, the United States will dominate women's events, winning team and all-around golds. China takes men's team gold, but a Brazilian upsets in vault. Japan challenges on high bar and parallel bars.
Quick Facts
- Founded in 1903 in Antwerp for men, women's events were added in 1934.
- The Soviet Union leads with 111 golds and 256 total medals.
- Simone Biles holds 23 medals, including 18 golds from 2013-2023.
- No championships in Olympic years post-1994, except 2021 due to COVID delay.
- Participation grew from 113 athletes in 1950 to over 400 by 2013.
- China has dominated men's gymnastics since the 2000s.