SOFIA, Sept. 16 (Xinhua) -- Hosts Bulgaria and Italy won the last two titles at the 36th FIG rhythmic gymnastics world championship here on Sunday.

In the group five hoops final, Bulgaria gained 23.300 points, followed by Japan with 22.800, and Italy with 22.550.

In the group three balls/two ropes, Italy snatched the title with 22.550, Russia came second with 22.200, and Ukraine took the bronze with 21.400.

Russia won the other seven titles at the event.

More than 350 athletes from 61 countries and regions participate in the seven-day championships, which kicked off in Arena Armeec Hall on Monday. Enditem