Jakarta, Indonesia – Algerian gymnast Kilia Nemour has added another medal to her impressive tally, securing a silver in the balance beam event at the Artistic Gymnastics World Championship held in Jakarta. Nemour’s performance marks another significant achievement for Algerian gymnastics on the international stage.
Nemour initially led the balance beam final with a score of 14.300, showcasing a difficulty rating of 6.200. Her routine demonstrated exceptional skill and precision, placing her at the top of the leaderboard with only one competitor remaining – China’s Zhang Qingying.
Zhang, widely regarded as a formidable force on the balance beam, delivered a stellar performance, achieving a score of 15.166. This score propelled her to the gold medal position, narrowly surpassing Nemour’s earlier lead. Despite missing out on gold, Nemour’s silver medal caps off a highly successful World Championship campaign.
Nemour concludes the championship with a gold and a silver medal, a historic accomplishment for both Algerian and African gymnastics. Her performance has undoubtedly inspired aspiring gymnasts across the continent and solidified her position as a rising star in the sport.
DZWatch will continue to provide updates on Kilia Nemour’s journey and other Algerian athletes competing on the world stage.
