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London 2012: Ribbons and bows do not hide rhythmic gymnastics heartbreak | Olympics 2012: gymnastics | The Guardian

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<strong>Zoe Williams:</strong> Olympics rhythmic gymnasts go through hoops for their art but the performances are emotionally exhausting for spectators too

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London 2012: Ribbons and bows do not hide rhythmic gymnastic agonies | Zoe Williams

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