Chellsie Memmel
American Olympic gymnast, 2005 World Champion
Born
June 23rd, 1988
37 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Born in 1988, this gymnast achieved significant success in the sport at both national and international levels. Competing for the United States, she was part of the gold medal-winning team at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. In 2005, she won the all-around title at the World Artistic Gymnastics Championships, solidifying her status as a leading figure in gymnastics. Throughout her career, she contributed to the growth and visibility of women's gymnastics in the country.
Won the 2005 World Championships all-around title
Earned gold with the U.S. team at the 2008 Olympics
Medaled at multiple national championships
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