Nailya Fargatovna Mustafina (Russian: Наиля Фаргатовна Мустафина, born November 5 in Moscow) is a Russian artistic gymnast.!
At just 11 years old, the pint sized gymnast emerged onto the elite scene and earned the hearts of many who adored her cutesy choreography and powerful tumbling.
A retired Russian artistic gymnast.
Born on November 5, in Moscow, Russia, Nailya was age eligible for the Olympics, but unfortunately it was not to be. With an older sister dominating the world stage, Nailya hoped she would have been right along with her, but injuries prevented her from doing so.
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In , everything was looking great for little Nailya. This year was her coming out party and she got plenty of international experience for being just 11 years old.
At the Gymnix International she placed 2nd on beam, 1st on floor, and 3rd all around. At the WOGA Classic, she placed 1st on floor and 2nd on vault, bars, beam and all around. (Even beating Viktoria Komova) At the Pac