The Cape Verdean gymnastics team, led by the Cape Verdean Gymnastics Federation (FCG), will participate in the Guimagym Cup 2026, taking place from November 6 to 8 at the Multi-purpose Pavilion in Guimarães, Portugal. The team consists of seven gymnasts, one referee, and one delegation leader. Four of the seven gymnasts will compete in the official World Gymnastics competition, judged by certified international judges.
The Guimagym Cup 2026 is an international rhythmic gymnastics tournament organized by the International Gymnastics Federation (World Gymnastics). The competition is divided into two categories: the Official Competition, for gymnasts with a valid international license, and the non-Official Competition (Open), for gymnasts without an international license or younger gymnasts. The Cape Verdean team will participate in both competitions.
The Cape Verdean team competing in the official World Gymnastics competition includes Maria Alhinho (Junior), Taís Chantre (Junior), Noa da Veiga (Senior), and Raissa Monteiro (Senior). The team competing in the non-Official Open competition includes Daniely Monteiro (Senior), Kyara da Cruz (Level 5), and Lícia Martins (Level 5). The official competition program includes individual senior and junior general contests, junior team competitions, and apparatus finals.
The participation in the Guimagym Cup 2026 provides an opportunity for the Cape Verdean gymnasts to compete against athletes from other countries and have their work evaluated internationally. The competition will be judged according to the international scoring code and by certified international judges from World Gymnastics. This exposure will help the gymnasts gain experience and improve their skills.
According to Wânia Monteiro, president of the FCG, competing internationally is essential for the growth and development of Cape Verdean gymnasts. She believes that this experience will help them understand their current level and potential, and represent Cape Verde with pride. Monteiro also emphasized that each international experience brings knowledge that benefits the country and its clubs.
The FCG invites the Cape Verdean community in Portugal to support the national team at the Multi-purpose Pavilion in Guimarães. The general contest of the official competition will take place on November 6 and 7, and the apparatus finals on November 8. The participation of the Cape Verdean team in the Guimagym Cup 2026 is an opportunity for them to gain international experience and promote the development of gymnastics in Cape Verde.
The Cape Verdean Gymnastics Federation (FCG) is responsible for organizing, regulating, promoting, and developing gymnastics in Cape Verde, as well as representing the country in international gymnastics organizations. The FCG's efforts to promote gymnastics in Cape Verde and provide opportunities for its athletes to compete internationally are crucial for the growth of the sport in the country.
Key points
- Cape Verde's gymnastics team to participate in Guimagym Cup 2026 in Guimarães, Portugal
- The team will compete in both official World Gymnastics and non-Official Open competitions
- The participation aims to promote the development of gymnastics in Cape Verde and provide international experience for its athletes
