Antonia Dragomir, an eleven-year-old from Romania, has been selected to represent her country at the World Championships of Performing Arts (WCOPA) 2025. This esteemed international competition will be held in the United States. The WCOPA is regarded as the most significant international competition dedicated to the performing arts, frequently referred to as the 'Talent Olympics'. It attracts participants from over 60 countries.
Antonia has been engaged in the practice of gymnastics since a relatively early age and has already amassed a considerable number of awards at both national and international competitions. She is currently under the guidance of Mirela Pașca, a European champion and a master emeritus of the sport, who has made a noteworthy contribution to her training and development as an athlete.
Antonia was selected for recognition within the "100 Youngsters for Romania's Development" campaign, which is conducted at national level by the Dan Voiculescu Foundation for the Development of Romania. The objective of the campaign is to identify and promote talented young individuals who can contribute to the country's development in various domains.
Antonia's participation in WCOPA 2025 provides an opportunity to demonstrate her abilities on an international stage, where she will compete with some of the most accomplished artists and athletes in the world. The competition is renowned for its rigorous standards and for facilitating the ascendance of promising talents. A notable example is Australian television presenter Andrew Gunsberg, who competed in WCOPA before establishing a successful career in television.
Antonia is preparing intensively for this competition, dedicating herself to training and perfecting the moment she will present in front of the judges. She sees the WCOPA not only as a competition, but also as an opportunity to learn and further develop herself as an athlete and artist.
The Romanian gymnastics community and other sports enthusiasts have expressed their support and admiration for Antonia Dragomir. Her participation in such a high-profile competition has brought added visibility to Romanian gymnastics and inspired other young people to pursue their passions and strive for excellence.
Antonia's success at the WCOPA could open new doors for her career and strengthen Romania's position on the international map of performing arts and performance sport.
