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Mustafina (Uneven Bars)

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description Mustafina (Uneven Bars) Overview

The Mustafina is a complex acrobatic release move performed on the uneven bars in women's artistic gymnastics. It consists of a clear hip circle with a 1.5 turn followed by a layout flight to catch the high bar. The element is named after Russian gymnast Aliya Mustafina, who successfully debuted the skill at the 2012 London Olympics, where she also won the gold medal on the uneven bars.

help Mustafina (Uneven Bars) FAQ

Is the Mustafina on uneven bars a release move?

No. The officially named Mustafina is a dismount consisting of a double backward tucked salto with one and a half twists.

When was the uneven-bars Mustafina added to the Code of Points?

Aliya Mustafina performed the dismount at the 2010 World Championships in Rotterdam, after which it carried her name. It is listed as an E-rated element in the 2025 to 2028 women's Code of Points.

Did Aliya Mustafina use her named dismount to win Olympic gold?

Mustafina won the uneven-bars title at both London 2012 and Rio 2016. Her Olympic routines changed over time, and the dismount named for her was not the sole reason for those victories.

Does Aliya Mustafina have another gymnastics skill named after her?

Yes. The women's Code of Points also names a floor element for her: a triple turn with one leg held in a 180-degree split position.

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