Overview

• Emma Malewski, 2022 European balance beam champion, has withdrawn from the 2025 European Championships in Leipzig, prioritizing academic exams and recovery from injuries.
• Malewski underwent shoulder surgery last year and postponed her comeback in March due to a calf injury, shifting her focus to the World University Games in July.
• Veteran gymnasts Elisabeth Seitz and Pauline Schäfer-Betz have also pulled out, citing persistent shoulder and hip injuries, respectively.
• Head coach Gerben Wiersma now faces significant challenges in forming a competitive team, as three of Germany’s most experienced gymnasts are unavailable.
• The German Gymnastics Federation continues to grapple with institutional strain, including unresolved abuse investigations and funding freezes, adding to the team’s instability.