Unexpected celebration for Chemnitz's elite sports figures
A triumphant European Championships for Chemnitz gymnasts:
Karina Schoenmaier and Lea Quaas dominate with four medals!
In a historic first, a German gymnastics team clinches EM silver, while Karina Schoenmaier makes history as the first double European champion.
[Source: SachsenSpigel, June 10th, 2025; 19:00 Uhr]
Celebration Night
Made to feel like royalty, gymnastics champion Karina Schoenmaier from Chemnitz drops by her club, TuS 1861 Chemnitz-Altendorf, for a surprise celebration. Her teammate, Lea Quaas, vice-European champion, also joins in the festivities.
"I wasn't expecting this," reveals Karina about the grand reception held behind her back. "I am very grateful and couldn't have accomplished this without the support of my coaches, family, and teammates."
German Medal Collection Expands
The Chemnitzerin Karina Schoenmaier adds to the German medal collection at the 2025 gymnastics European Championships in Leipzig. On Friday, she triumphs in the vault, marking her third podium appearance.
The Secret to Success
There's more to Karina's success than just her incredible talent: her calmness plays a significant role, according to her coach, Tatjana Bachmayer. "She goes into the competition with absolute relaxation and doesn't focus on the result. That was key."
World Championships on the Horizon
However, there's no rest for the wicked. After a few days of respite, it's back to business for Karina and Lea, who are now gearing up for the next big challenges: the German Championships in Dresden at the end of July, followed by the World Championships in Jakarta, Indonesia.
As Karina prepares for the journey ahead, she shares her excitement, "I've never been to a competition that's so far. I can't wait!"
Additional Insights:- Karina Schoenmaier is a 19-year-old German gymnast from Chemnitz, who became a double European champion in the vault and mixed competition at the 2025 European Gymnastics Championships in Leipzig.- Lea Quaas is Karina's teammate and vice-European champion who shares silver in the team competition at the 2025 European Championships.
Sources:1. Sachsen. The Saxon Radio. Surprise reception for Chemnitz gymnasts. Di10.06.202516:15Uhr02:23 min. Audio. [Accessed on June 12, 2025].2. SHZ. Chemnitz gymnastics clubs send their representatives to the World Championships. [June 11, 2025, 12:30 PM]. [Accessed June 12, 2025].3. FRD. Karina Schoenmaier wins gold. [Mo06.06.2025]. [Accessed June 12, 2025].
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Sports Update: Karina Schoenmaier, the double European champion gymnast from Chemnitz, adds to Germany's medal collection at the 2025 gymnastics World Championships in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Sports Spotlight: Lea Quaas, Karina Schoenmaier's teammate and vice-European champion, joins forces with her for the next big challenges, including the German Championships and the World Championships in the sport of gymnastics.
