Ukrainian Gymnast Nazar Chepurny Sets Sights on Key 2026 Goals

Nazar Chepurny's Competitive Roadmap for 2026

According to Главком: Ukrainian gymnast Nazar Chepurny has outlined his ambitions for the upcoming major competitions, specifically the 2026 European and World Championships. He confirmed that he is targeting podium finishes at both events, with the ultimate goal of winning gold in his specialty event, the vault. Chepurny acknowledged the strength of his rivals but emphasized his readiness for intense preparation.

European and World Championships

The 2026 European Artistic Gymnastics Championships are scheduled to take place at Arena Zagreb in Croatia from August 19 to 23. For the first time in history, this tournament will feature a prize fund of €150,000. Later in the year, the 2026 World Artistic Gymnastics Championships will be held in Hong Kong from October 17 to 25.

Nazar Chepurny was recently named the best athlete of February 2026 by the National Olympic Committee of Ukraine, following his victory at the World Cup stage in Cottbus, Germany, on vault. He also secured the overall World Cup 2026 title in vault after competing in three of the five season stages. His medal tally from the 2026 World Cup stages includes:

• Gold in Cottbus
• Gold in Baku
• Bronze in Doha

Chepurny's personal coach, Hennadii Sartynskyi, also earned recognition as the coach of the month. Chepurny stressed that his primary objectives for 2026 are the European and World Championships, and he is determined to put up a strong fight.

“My plans for the upcoming competitions reflect my ambitions and growing potential in artistic gymnastics,” – Nazar Chepurny

Chepurny's plans for the near future showcase his rising potential in the sport. Given his recent international successes, he is poised to become a major medal contender at both the European and World Championships. The support from his coach and team is crucial to achieving these goals, which could also positively impact the broader development of Ukrainian gymnastics.