Russian rhythmic dynasty topples, Bulgaria gets the gold

The Russian rhythmic gymnastics juggernaut collapsed at the Tokyo Olympics, with dramatic back-to-back losses that sparked furious allegations of injustice in a sport famous for twinkling costumes, techno remixes and hoops looping through the air. Russia had won every gold medal in rhythmic gymnastics since 2000. Dina Averina placed second and her sister, Arina, fell to fourth.

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