Venezuela has been hit hard by a double earthquake Wednesday, June 24. The assessment is far from final, but more than 1.400 victims are already registered. Tens of thousands of people are also missing. The sisters Fiorella and Miranda Martínez, young gymnastsare among the identified victims. World Gymnastics expressed its full support for the Venezuelan people during this difficult time.
« Our thoughts are with the Venezuelan people and all those affected by this disaster. We are particularly upset. We are saddened to learn that members of the gymnastics family are among the victims. We extend our deepest condolences to the families, friends, and loved ones of those who lost their lives, and we stand in solidarity with all those who are grieving, injured, or displaced. " the body wrote in a statement.
« We also make A tribute to the rescuers, emergency services, and volunteers. who work tirelessly in extremely difficult conditions to help those in need. On behalf of the global gymnastics family, World Gymnastics extends its sincere support and encouragement to the Venezuelan gymnastics community and the entire nation during this challenging time. " she added. The death of the young tennis player Gabriela Orfao (17 years old), a great national hope, has also been confirmed.
