The 25th Rhythmic Gymnastics European Championships was opened on May 15, 2009, in Baku, Azerbaijan in the Heydar Aliyev Sports-Concert Complex and ended on May 17.

186 gymnasts from 32 countries were scheduled to participate.

[1] Gazelle has chosen to be the official symbol of this tournament.

[2] The Head of the European Union of Gymnastics Dimitrios Dimitropulos said an official opening ceremony that "the championship has been organized in line with high standards".

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