The World Gymnastics Championships last week showed gymnastics of such a high standard. This is a favourite sport of mine as I coached gymnastics for many years.

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Through the air in fearless flight
The twists and turns brought such delight
To watching crowds who gasped in awe
At the daring vaulting that they saw.
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A young girl leapt onto the beam
Her balance and poise were quite supreme.
She bravely flicked and jumped so high,
That four inch beam she would defy.

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And on sprung floor astonished eyes
Observed true talent win the prize.
Gold medals for routines of class
A reward no gymnast could let pass.
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And on high bar the boldest tricks
Held the audience quite transfixed.
Releases, catches and somersaults
Performed without a single fault.
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This festival, a feast for eyes,
Each year takes everyone by surprise
As gymnasts realise their dreams
With the most daring routines ever seen.
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Christine Ramsay 28.10.10
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