Alicia Sacramone

American gymnast; 2008 Olympic silver medalist

Alicia Sacramone - American gymnast; 2008 Olympic silver medalist
Born

December 3rd, 1987
37 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Competed as a gymnast representing the United States. Achieved significant success at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, where earned a silver medal in the team event. Excelled at the 2005 and 2007 World Championships, winning multiple medals. Notable for strong performances on vault and floor exercise. Retired after a distinguished career and later contributed to the sport as a coach and mentor.

Winning a silver medal at the 2008 Olympics in team event

Securing gold medals in vault at the 2005 and 2007 World Championships

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