Amalia Lică, just 16 years old, delivered a historic achievement for Romanian rhythmic gymnastics, winning the silver medal in the clubs event at the 2025 World Championships in Rio de Janeiro.
An impressive senior-level debut
In her first senior-level appearance, the athlete coached by Adriana Mitroi reached the world podium. In the clubs final, Amalia Lică earned an outstanding score of 29.000 points, bringing Romania its first medal in the discipline after a 33-year wait.
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Official standings and scores
- Clubs event: 2nd place – 29.000 points
- All-around: 17th place – 107.500 points in total (hoop: 27.950, ball: 28.050, clubs: 25.000, ribbon: 26.500)
- Qualifications: 12th place – 83.500 points
A historic moment for Romania
This is Romania’s first world medal in rhythmic gymnastics since Irina Deleanu in 1992. The Romanian Rhythmic Gymnastics Federation said: “Romania shook Rio! Amalia Lică has made history.”
An emotional story behind the success
Beyond the sporting achievement, Amalia Lică’s story is moving: her mother is paralysed from the waist down, but has always stood by her daughter. Her emotional statement: “My legs were taken away so that Amalia could be given wings.”
What comes next for Amalia Lică?
Following this historic achievement, Amalia Lică is regarded as one of the great hopes of world rhythmic gymnastics. Her long-term goal is to qualify for the 2028 Olympic Games.
Congratulations to Amalia Lică on this extraordinary achievement! This medal represents not only a personal success, but also a new opportunity for Romanian gymnastics to shine on the world stage.
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