Russian coach was placed in a room with bedbugs at the World Cup in the Netherlands

Russian gymnastics coach Ivan Gaponenko found bed bugs in a hotel room in Rotterdam, where he came to the world Cup. About the incident, the specialist told in social networks.

According to Gaponenko, after a long flight, he went to bed early, but at night he almost could not rest. At first, the coach decided that he was bitten by mosquitoes, but later found out that there were bugs in the room.

"It's certainly tough. I hope it's just me. I hope the athletes are fine, said Gaponenko.

The Gymnastics World Championships will be held in Rotterdam from 17 to 25 October. The first Olympic licenses will be awarded at the tournament.

In November 2025, the European Gymnastics Union admitted Russian athletes to continental competitions and selection for the 2028 Olympic Games.