7th International Ankara Open Dance Sport Competition Concludes, Champions Revealed
Ankara, January 25 – The 7th International Ankara Open Dance Sport Competition, hosted at the ODTÜ Development Foundation Schools Sports Hall, concluded yesterday evening, with champions in various categories being announced. The event brought together 420 athletes from 25 countries, showcasing their talent in standard and Latin dance.
A Global Gathering of Dance Talent
The competition, a fixture on the World Dance Sport Federation (WDSF) activity calendar, featured athletes across adult, youth, junior, and mini age groups. Participants competed in both standard and Latin dance categories, drawing a significant international presence to Ankara.
Over two days, the ODTÜ Development Foundation Schools Sports Hall buzzed with excitement as dancers from across the globe vied for top honors. The high level of competition and the diverse representation of nations underscored the international appeal and prestige of the Ankara Open.
Medals Awarded in Adult and Youth Categories
The culmination of the competition saw the top three finishers in the adult and youth age groups receive their medals. The results highlight the skill and dedication of the participating athletes:
Adults Category Results:
Standard:
- 1st Place: Edoardo Picco – Martina Rossi (Belgium)
- 2nd Place: Andrey Kovalev – Arina Marukhina (Neutral Athlete)
- 3rd Place: Savva Venidiktov – Darya Panova (Uzbekistan)
Latin:
- 1st Place: Axel Sampino – Anna Zgonnikova (France)
- 2nd Place: Andrey Kuznetsov – Mina Lee (Uzbekistan)
- 3rd Place: Daniil Pisankin – Anastasiya Shin (Kazakhstan)
Youth Category Results:
Standard:
- 1st Place: Timur Khasanov – Anna Avdeeva (Neutral Athlete)
- 2nd Place: Danila Bogdanov – Lorin Suleimanova (Kazakhstan)
- 3rd Place: Valentin Dimov – Eliz Atakan (Bulgaria)
Latin:
- 1st Place: Marat Mikail Arslan – Zeynep Duman (Turkey)
- 2nd Place: Doruk Şahin – Duru Vahaplar (Turkey)
- 3rd Place: Felix Reimann – Polina Fast (Germany)
The Turkish pair, Marat Mikail Arslan and Zeynep Duman, secured a first-place finish in the Youth Latin category, marking a significant achievement for the host nation.
Future of Dance Sport in Ankara
The successful organization of the 7th International Ankara Open Dance Sport Competition further solidifies Ankara’s reputation as a growing hub for international sports events. Such competitions not only promote dance sport but also foster cultural exchange and international camaraderie among athletes.
The event’s success is expected to encourage further participation and interest in dance sport within Turkey and across the globe, paving the way for future editions of this prestigious competition.
Source: https://www.haberler.com/amp/7-uluslararasi-ankara-acik-dans-sporu-yarismasi-nda-madalya-yagmuru-19502474-haberi/
