Nadia Elena Comaneci
The year was 1976 and she was an international star when she scored her first perfect 10 on an asymmetrical bar during the Montreal Olympic Games. Then she scored another perfect 10 which made her the smallest Olympic gold medalist in all sports with a mere 14 years of age. The awe-inspiring Nadia Comaneci did more than draw the attention of others, but she also helped Romania become a household name. The sports icon was a worldwide sensation after she scored a record-breaking score. Her story became a legend and helped to popularize gymnastics across the world. The sport also altered the perception of female gymnasts. The impact she had on the Olympics was so significant that her two movements such as the toe-on movement as well as the release move were named after her. Both are rated as difficult to the highest level. Also, she performed very well in World Championships, European Championships as well as the Olympics. That has made her famous, and she's one of the top gymnasts around the world. Following her move to the US the 'Queen of Olympics was a model and sports equipment marketing.



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