Tag: olympics
Olympic Gymnast Wows World in 1972 – And Her Move Was Banned After That
A Russian gymnast immediately captured the attention of the world in 1972 when she did something in Munich that the Olympics had never seen before–standing on the top bar of the...
Duo’s Skating Routine to ‘Phantom of the Opera’ So Good It Will Give You...
Couples ice skating is one of the most amazing and toughest sports--it requires strength, stamina and coordination, as well as an artistic flair. You practice hour upon hour just to get...
Injured 19-Yr-Old Captures Olympic Gold – and The World’s Heart
Here's one of those moments in the Olympics that live larger than life with those of us who witnessed it. A brave, injured girl doesn't want to let her team--or her...
25-Yr-Old Ice Skater Becomes ‘Oldest’ National Champion Since 1927
Ice skating is an elegant sport that requires focus, courage and many hours of practice. Here's a woman that's got all the necessary skills, has put in all the required work...
14-Yr-Old Scores First Olympic 10.0 in Gymnastics – Then Gets Six More
A perfect 10.0 in women's gymnastics had never been achieved in the Olympics when the athletes filed into the opening ceremonies in Montreal, Canada, in 1976. But when they filed out...
