Iakovleva set to dominate at Buenos Aires 2018

AOC7 years ago

Growing up in Russia, rhythmic gymnastics was the sport of choice for most young girls. At seven years of age, Lidiia Iakovleva took up the sport which she continued pursuing when her family moved to Australia.

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