Ágnes Keleti

Hungarian Olympic gymnast and champion

Ágnes Keleti - Hungarian Olympic gymnast and champion
Born

January 9th, 1921
104 years ago

Died

January 2nd, 2025
0 years ago — 103 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Hungary

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A prominent figure in gymnastics, this individual competed in several Olympic Games, achieving remarkable success. In the 1952 Helsinki Olympics, secured gold medals in the women's individual all-around and floor exercise. Continued to excel in subsequent competitions, notably capturing additional medals at the 1956 Melbourne Olympics. Later focused on coaching and promoting gymnastics, contributing to the sport's development. Historical significance includes being one of the oldest living Olympic champions.

Won two gold medals at the 1952 Olympics

Achieved multiple medals at the 1956 Olympics

Served as a coach and mentor in gymnastics

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