Greeting from the CO President

Dear guests, dear gymnasts, judges, and esteemed audience,

It is with immense joy and enthusiasm that I welcome you to the 43rd edition of the Memorial Arturo Gander, a unique event that has provided thrills, spectacle, and unforgettable moments for over forty years.

For the twenty-first time, the Palapenz in Chiasso welcomes the great protagonists of international artistic gymnastics, transforming itself for one evening into a stage of elegance, strength, precision, and pure magic.

This is more than just a competition: it is a celebration of sport, a special opportunity to be amazed by extraordinary athletic feats, to experience firsthand the passion, concentration, and talent of elite athletes. Each exercise tells a story of sacrifice, commitment, and dreams pursued with determination. And it is precisely this blend of emotions that makes the Arturo Gander Memorial an event capable of captivating both adults and children.

A heartfelt thank you goes to the Swiss Gymnastics Federation, which supports this event with expertise and passion, allowing us to bring an international sporting event to Chiasso. Thanks also to our sponsors, whose support makes it possible to make this dream a reality, offering the public a high-quality spectacle.

A heartfelt thank you goes to the Organizing Committee and all the volunteers, the true soul of this event: with dedication, enthusiasm, and tireless commitment, they work behind the scenes to give us a perfect evening. Without you, none of this would exist.

To you, dear audience, our most sincere invitation goes out: come and share this unique experience with us. Let yourself be carried away by the energy of the Palapenz, the thrill of competition, and the warmth of a great sporting family. It will be an evening of sport, entertainment, and sharing that you will never forget.

I wish you intense moments, full of emotion and wonder.

Enjoy the show, and... may the best man win!