TSV Schmiden has proven to be a dominant force in rhythmic sports gymnastics. At the Bundesliga final held in Schmiden, the team secured its fourth consecutive championship title with a decisive score of 18:9 (9:3). This victory reaffirmed their prominent status within the Deutsche Turnliga.
Strong Start and Control
The competition began with the hoop event, where Schmiden made a significant impact. Margarita Kolosov and Alisa Datsenko both won their respective duels convincingly. Olympic champion and world titleholder Darja Varfolomeev made a remarkable debut this season, scoring 30.350 points and contributing crucial points to the team’s performance.
Schmiden maintained control throughout the final, putting TSV Bayer 04 Leverkusen on the defensive. Despite some isolated successes from Leverkusen, Schmiden’s strong start set the tone for the competition.
Continuing Success with Ball and Clubs
- Ball Event: Viktoria Steinfeld won her duel with ease. Anastasia Simakova delivered a stable performance, while Tara Dragas from Leverkusen managed to secure three points.
- Clubs Event: Melissa Diete added two points for Schmiden. Olivia Misterek pulled back a few points for Leverkusen, but the titleholder still maintained a significant lead.
Leverkusen showed some improvement in the ribbon event, with Dragas achieving a high-difficulty routine. However, Misterek’s additional points only reduced the deficit to 9:18, but it wasn’t enough to close the gap significantly. Schmiden had already established an unassailable lead.
Bremen 1860 Makes History
In a thrilling battle for third place, TB Oppau and Bremen 1860 fought hard, with the decision coming down to the very last event. The final score of 14:11 (5:5) marked a historic moment for Bremen, as they achieved their first podium finish in the DTL finals.
Key Performances for Bremen
- Early Dominance: Nea-Sophie Stanger earned the first point for Oppau with the ball, but Bremen quickly took control with strong routines from Lauren Grüniger and Julia Stavickaja.
- Clubs Event: Amalia Lica shone for Oppau, winning two points, but Bremen kept their lead through solid performances from Eva Krivolapova and Stavickaja.
- Ribbon Event: Lica impressed again, scoring 29.300 points, but ultimately it was not enough to turn the tide.
In the end, Bremen 1860 finished third in the season with their remarkable consistency, while Oppau, despite a valiant effort, had to concede to their rivals. The final match highlighted the strengths and talent of both teams, celebrating Bremen’s historical achievement.
