Greetings to Alexandra Soldatova on winning ribbon event at 2018 Rhythmic Gymnastics World Championships 2018-09-13 21:00:00 Vladimir Putin congratulated Alexandra Soldatova on winning the ribbon event at the 2018 Rhythmic Gymnastics World Championships in Sofia (Bulgaria). The message reads, in part: “You demonstrated the highest level of athletic skill and training, succeeded in focusing on your tasks and performed them perfectly. I believe many fans will remember your brilliant and triumphant ribbon routine thanks to its accurate technique, elegance and beauty.”