1978 World Artistic Gymnastics Championships

The 19th Artistic Gymnastics World Championships were held in Strasbourg, France, in 1978 from October 23 to October 29. A new rule was introduced allowing eight gymnasts to compete in each of the apparatus finals, rather than six. A video control system was installed near each apparatus to help judges in disputable situations. The system had first been used at the 1977 European Championships.

1978 World Artistic Gymnastics Championships

The 19th Artistic Gymnastics World Championships were held in Strasbourg, France, in 1978 from October 23 to October 29. A new rule was introduced allowing eight gymnasts to compete in each of the apparatus finals, rather than six. A video control system was installed near each apparatus to help judges in disputable situations. The system had first been used at the 1977 European Championships.